Pakistan is currently grappling with an escalating flood crisis, particularly in the Sindh province, where extensive evacuations are underway. As of September 7, 2025, over 121,000 individuals have been relocated from areas adjacent to the Indus River. Critical barrages, including Trimmu Barrage, have recorded unprecedented water inflows, raising significant concerns about amplified risks to nearby communities. Evacuation orders remain in effect for residents in Sehwan's river belt.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has reported a substantial national death toll, with Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province experiencing the highest number of casualties. Thousands of homes have been rendered uninhabitable, and livestock losses are considerable. The overall death toll from the floods and related incidents has reached 907, with 1,044 individuals injured. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa reported 502 fatalities, Punjab 223, and Sindh 58. Additionally, 6,180 livestock have perished, and 7,848 homes have been damaged.
In a significant humanitarian effort, the United States has dispatched essential relief supplies. The first of six planned relief flights, organized through the US Army Central Command (US ARCENT), arrived at Nur Khan Air Base. These flights are delivering vital supplies such as tents, dewatering pumps, and generators. The aid was formally handed over to the Pakistan Army by the US Chargé d'Affaires Natalie Baker and the Commander of US ARCENT, and will be distributed through Army Flood Relief Camps.
Adding to the crisis, a potent weather system is anticipated to bring heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to parts of Islamabad and northern Punjab. The NDMA has issued a red alert for potential urban flooding in these regions, including Murree, Galiyat, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, and Jhelum, within the next six hours. Residents are strongly advised to exercise caution, adhere to safety directives, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay informed about weather advisories. The authority also warned of potential landslides in hilly areas and damage to vulnerable infrastructure.
Tragically, a boat capsized during an evacuation operation, resulting in multiple fatalities. The scale of the disaster has led to widespread displacement, with millions of people affected and thousands of homes destroyed. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted widespread rain in major parts of Sindh province, further exacerbating the situation.