LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday directed the relevant departments to remain on high alert due to the risk of urban flooding.
she directed the Dera Ghazi Khan’s administration to remain vigilant in view of the flood risks in the Koh-e-Suleman region and the hill torrents area.
She directed that the drainage of rainwater be ensured as soon as possible and that arrangements be made for the drainage of rainwater from streets and neighborhoods.
Earlier, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab issued a rain alert for Lahore and various districts of the province.
According to spokesperson of PDMA, all Deputy Commissioners across the province have been directed to remain alert.
He also urged that water drainage from low-lying areas be ensured as soon as possible.
