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At least 189 people have died and 21 have been injured during the last 24 hours due to heavy rains and flash floods across multiple districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), PDMA confirmed in its initial report.
The casualties include 163 men, 14 women and 12 children, while 45 houses were damaged – 38 partially destroyed and seven completely demolished, officials reported.
Provincial disaster management teams remain on high alert, urging residents in vulnerable areas to move to safer locations as rains are expected to continue.
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Death toll reaches 189 in KP floods
189 people have died and 21 injured during the last 24 hours due to heavy rains and flash floods across multiple districts, PDMA confirmed in its initial report.
The casualties include 163 men, 14 women and 12 children, while 45 houses were damaged – 38 partially destroyed and seven completely demolished, officials reported.
Bajaur and Battagram remain the worst affected, with helicopters dispatched for rescue missions. PDMA teams are working alongside the army, district administrations, and Rescue 1122 for relief efforts.
7:36 pm -
KP Releases Rs500m for Flood Relief
On the chief minister’s orders, Rs500 million has been allocated for flood-hit districts, with the largest share of Rs150 million going to Buner, PDMA said.
Bajaur, Battagram and Mansehra will receive Rs100 million each, while Swat will get Rs50 million. Relief teams are already active in affected regions, officials confirmed.
PDMA has directed institutions to restore blocked roads, assist victims immediately, and warn tourists to follow weather updates to avoid life-threatening incidents during ongoing heavy rainfall.
7:00 pm -
KP Releases Rs500m for Flood Relief
On the chief minister’s orders, Rs500 million has been allocated for flood-hit districts, with the largest share of Rs150 million going to Buner, PDMA said.
Bajaur, Battagram and Mansehra will receive Rs100 million each, while Swat will get Rs50 million. Relief teams are already active in affected regions, officials confirmed.
PDMA has directed institutions to restore blocked roads, assist victims immediately, and warn tourists to follow weather updates to avoid life-threatening incidents during ongoing heavy rainfall.
6:45 pm -
700 Tourists Rescued in Neelum’s Ratti Gali
More than 700 stranded tourists in Ratti Gali, Neelum district of Azad Kashmir, were rescued and shifted to safety after a coordinated eight-hour operation, officials confirmed.
The Deputy Commissioner said one-and-a-half kilometers of the 14-kilometer road was washed away, but swift action with Pakistan Army and DMA support ensured timely evacuation.
A total of 98 vehicles and hundreds of tourists were moved to safe areas. A medical camp was set up, and all rescued individuals returned to their respective regions.
6:25 pm -
Helicopters Deployed in Bajaur, Buner
PDMA confirmed two helicopters have been sent to Bajaur and Buner to assist in ongoing rescue missions amid continuous rainfall and flash flooding in multiple districts.
Teams are working to restore closed highways and connecting roads at tourist spots. Officials urged all visitors to check weather updates and take precautions.
Relief agencies, district administrations, and security forces remain in close coordination, with PDMA’s Emergency Operation Center active and public helpline 1700 open for emergency calls and weather updates.
6:10 pm -
Heavy Rains to Continue Until August 21
PDMA warned that the current spell of heavy rains is expected to continue intermittently until August 21, increasing risks in already flood-affected districts.
Authorities have directed intensified relief efforts, restoration of damaged infrastructure, and immediate assistance for victims. All relevant agencies are on high alert in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Tourists have been strongly advised to monitor weather forecasts and avoid dangerous areas. PDMA’s helpline 1700 remains available for incident reports, updates, and safety guidance.
5:55 pm -
Rescue Teams, Locals Fight Flood Impact
Rescue 1122, district administrations, police, highway departments, and locals are working together to aid victims of rains and flash floods across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, PDMA said.
Helicopters, relief goods, and funds have been dispatched to worst-hit districts, while blocked roads are being cleared to allow emergency aid and evacuations.
Officials urged continued public cooperation, especially in sharing weather warnings, assisting vulnerable residents, and reporting emergencies through PDMA’s helpline 1700 for swift response during this critical period.
5:35 pm -
KP declares one-day mourning after deadly floods
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced one-day mourning tomorrow after a tragic helicopter crash killed five people, including two pilots, during a rescue mission.
Officials confirmed the crash occurred while the helicopter was providing assistance in flood-affected areas. Adverse weather conditions are suspected to have played a role in the fatal incident.
The government has directed all departments to lower flags at half-mast in tribute to the martyrs, while rescue teams continue recovery efforts at the crash site.
5:30 pm -
Floods Kill 240 Across Buner, Gaddizi, Chagharzai
Rescue officials confirmed 120 deaths in Buner, 100 in Tehsil Gadezai, and 20 in Chagharzai after devastating floods swept through multiple areas in KP.
Buner, Tehsil Gadezai, Dagar, and Chagharzai remain among the most severely affected areas, with rescue teams struggling to reach stranded families due to damaged infrastructure and continuous rainfall.
5:19 pm -
Rescue helicopter crashed
According to media reports, a Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government helicopter crashed near Changi Bandi during a rescue mission, killing three people, senior provincial officials confirmed late Friday.
The MI-17 aircraft was engaged in operations to rescue people stranded on flooded roads after torrential rains battered several districts of the province, causing widespread disruption.
Authorities have not disclosed the cause of the crash. Rescue teams are at the site, while officials expressed deep sorrow over the loss of dedicated rescue personnel.
5:05 pmصوبائی حکومت کی طرف سے ریسکیو ہیلی کاپٹر بونیر پہنچ گیا ہے، ریسکیو عملہ فضائی جائزہ لے رہے ہیں تاکہ جہاں ضروت ہو وہاں فی الفورریسکیوسرگرمی شروع کی جاسکے۔ pic.twitter.com/WBZixlNm1o
— Government of KP (@GovernmentKP) August 15, 2025 -
Five Family members died in Floods
In Dir Lower’s Sori Paw area, five members of one family died after their home collapsed under heavy rain. Four others sustained injuries. Meanwhile, Battagram reported 10 deaths and 18 missing after floods destroyed multiple houses.
3:38 pm🚨 SWAT FLOOD ALERT 🚨
— Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) August 15, 2025
Heavy rain in Khwaza Khela causes flash floods & urban flooding. More rain expected in KPK till 21 Aug.
✅ Avoid tourist areas
✅ Check weather updates before travel
✅ Don’t cross rivers/streams during floods#SwatFlood #PMDWeather #KPKFloods #FloodAlert pic.twitter.com/tK17Kp8WYZ -
Welcome to our live coverage of the ongoing flood crisis in Pakistan. As heavy rainfall continues to devastate regions across the country, we are providing real-time updates on the impact, rescue operations, and relief efforts underway.
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