Average Rainfall of 58.8 mm Recorded
In Lahore, the capital of Punjab province, torrential rains have submerged low-lying areas and major roads. The city’s drainage system has been completely overwhelmed. According to data from Lahore’s Water and Sanitation Agency, an average of 58.8 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the area so far. The highest rainfall of 84 mm was recorded in Nishtar Town, followed by 78 mm in Lakshmi Chowk and 74 mm in Paniwala Talab.
Severe Waterlogging in Many Areas
Two periods of heavy rainfall were recorded on Wednesday. The first was from around 2:45 am to 5:40 am, with light rain. The second was between 10:45 am and 12:11 pm, with heavy rainfall. Severe waterlogging was observed in many areas, notably 63 mm on Jail Road, 68 mm at Qurtuba Chowk, and 69 mm at the Gulberg office of WASA. The excessive waterlogging mixed with sewage, creating difficulties in movement and posing various health risks.
Child Receives Electric Shock Due to Exposed Wires
A child received an electric shock at Yakki Gate due to exposed electrical wires. The rain also caused power outages, leaving thousands of homes without electricity. Residents of Mughalpura and Barki Road also faced significant difficulties. Waterlogged roads hampered movement, and residents received no assistance from the authorities. Complaints suggest that water drainage was only arranged in affluent areas, leaving people in other areas stranded for extended periods.
Heavy Rainfall in Several Areas of Punjab Province
Heavy rainfall was recorded in several areas of Punjab province in the last 24 hours. This includes 51 mm in Khanewal, 42 mm in Rawalpindi, 44 mm in Sahiwal, 41 mm in Murree, and 30 mm in Okara, among other areas. Furthermore, several other cities, including Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, and Multan, also experienced heavy rainfall.
