Floodwater to enter in Sindh on Tuesday midnight: official

Authorities have confirmed that floodwater is expected to enter Sindh on Tuesday midnight, raising concerns for downstream districts along the Indus.

📍 Current Situation

  • Floodwaters from Punjab, carried through the Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej rivers, are now moving downstream.

  • The surge is expected to reach Guddu and Sukkur barrages late Tuesday night.

  • Sindh’s irrigation officials have issued high flood warnings for Kashmore, Ghotki, Sukkur, Khairpur, and adjoining areas.

🚨 Preparedness Measures

  • Sindh government and PDMA have placed rescue teams, boats, and machinery on standby.

  • Embankments and protective dykes near Guddu and Sukkur are being reinforced.

  • Residents of low-lying riverine areas (katcha belts) have been urged to evacuate immediately.

⚠️ Outlook

  • Officials warn that inflow at Guddu Barrage may cross 600,000 cusecs, classifying it as a very high flood.

  • Continuous monitoring is being carried out at Sukkur Barrage, with contingency plans for evacuations.

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