Pakistan expands rescue and relief efforts after floods kill over 200 in a single district
Summary
Rescue efforts in Pakistan's Buner district are expanding after floods killed over 220 people, with officials providing aid and warning of more heavy rains. Similar flash floods in Indian-controlled Kashmir have also caused casualties and ongoing rescue operations.
Key Points
- Flash floods in Buner district, Pakistan have killed over 220 people and caused widespread damage.
- Rescue and relief operations are underway, with government officials providing financial aid to victims' families.
- Pakistan's disaster management authority warns of continued heavy rains and possible landslides between August 17-19.
- Similar extreme monsoon-related flood events have occurred in Indian-controlled Kashmir, causing deaths and injuries.
