Hopes for survivors fade as Pakistan rescuers search for 150 still missing
Summary
Rescuers in northwestern Pakistan are looking for over 150 missing people after landslides and flash floods hit the region. The severe weather, caused by torrential rains, has killed at least 344 people and damaged many homes. The monsoon season in Pakistan is causing significant challenges, with more heavy rain expected.Key Facts
- Over 150 people are missing in northwestern Pakistan due to flash floods and landslides.
- The natural disaster has resulted in at least 344 deaths, primarily in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
- More than 200 people were killed in Buner district, where several villages were severely affected.
- Around 2,000 rescue workers are involved in operations across nine districts.
- Flooded roads and continued rain are making rescue efforts difficult.
- Power was restored a few days after the floods hit the region.
- Pakistan's government has declared several districts as disaster-hit areas.
- Pakistan typically experiences heavy monsoon rains from June to September, critical for agriculture but also leading to frequent natural disasters.
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