Torrential rain in Pakistan's Punjab province has resulted in over 150 fatalities and extensive property damage. In just 24 hours, at least 63 people died, and nearly 300 were injured. Major cities such as Lahore and Faisalabad reported significant casualties. Families in low-lying areas were evacuated amidst rising water levels. The military utilized helicopters for evacuations as many residents were trapped. Floods have plagued the region in previous years, leading to increased concern and preparedness among rescue teams.
Rescue teams used boats to evacuate families from villages along riversides further south in the morning, but the water had begun to recede by the afternoon. Children were screaming for help, and women stood on rooftops, waving their shawls and begging to be rescued, said Tariq Mehbood Bhatti, a 51-year-old farmer in Ladian village.
Heavy rains have swept away small dams which have burst at banks, he said, adding that the military is using helicopters to evacuate people who are now surrounded by water. Pakistan has seen devastating floods over the last few years.
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