Flooding along the Indus River at Guddu Barrage has intensified, devastating hundreds of katcha villages as water levels continue to surge. Authorities have warned of an extremely high flood within the coming hours, putting lives, livestock, and crops at risk in Sindh and surrounding areas.
🌊 Water Levels at Guddu Barrage Surge Alarmingly
For the second consecutive day, Guddu Barrage is witnessing a high flood. According to officials, water inflow has reached 612,269 cusecs, while outflow stands at 582,942 cusecs (Dawn News). Within just 24 hours, the river’s level has risen by 70,000 cusecs, increasing fears of breaches and damage to low-lying villages.
🏠 Katcha Villages Underwater, Communities Fleeing
The rising waters have reached protective embankments in Kandhkot, putting pressure on safety barriers. Hundreds of villages in the katcha area have already been submerged, forcing families to abandon their homes and livestock. Residents report severe challenges as the floodwaters spread rapidly (Geo News).
⚠ Authorities on High Alert: Control Room Issues Warning
The control room has warned that Guddu Barrage could face an extremely high flood situation by September 15. Water levels are expected to climb further within the next 12 hours, prompting emergency measures and heightened vigilance by local authorities (ARY News).
👥 Sindh CM to Review Situation on Ground
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah is scheduled to visit Guddu Barrage to assess the situation and review safety measures. His visit comes as pressure mounts on authorities to protect vulnerable communities from more devastation (The Express Tribune).
📊 Provincial Monitoring Cell Releases Latest Data
The Provincial Rain and Flood Emergency Monitoring Cell reported updated inflow and outflow levels:
- Guddu Barrage: Inflow 612,269 cusecs, Outflow 582,942 cusecs
