ISLAMABAD – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has held a high-level coordination conference with various federal and provincial departments and ministries to prepare for the upcoming monsoon season. The meeting focused on pre-monsoon planning and risk assessment to mitigate the potential impact of seasonal floods and related disasters.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a monsoon forecast, indicating areas likely to experience heavy rains and flash floods. Forecasting is important for planning and response activities.
The NDMA Technical Group discussed the development of hazard maps to identify vulnerable areas exposed to Glacial Lake Outflow Flooding (GLOF) and indicate potential flood routes and impact zones. It also discusses how impact modeling aims to assess areas that may be affected, populations in need of relocation, and infrastructure at risk.
The technical team of NDMA and Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted 40-60 percent above normal rainfall across the country during this year’s monsoon. They warned that the river could cause flooding in low-lying areas. Areas of Northern Punjab, Southern Sindh and Balochistan are expected to be affected by above-normal rainfall, while melting glaciers and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan may cause flooding and flooding. flood
The Ministry of National Health Services, Regulation and Coordination (MoNHSR&C) has outlined a comprehensive plan to monitor and control vector-borne and water-borne diseases, which are expected to increase during the monsoon season.
The Federal Flood Commission (FFC) has announced that a system of telemetry stations and early warning mechanisms established along the Kirthar and Solomon Rivers will ensure timely and accurate flood forecasting.
The meeting was briefed by the Pakistan Commission on Indus Waters (PCIW), where the data sharing protocol for monitoring the Eastern river was discussed, emphasizing the importance of inter-agency coordination for effective flood management.
The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has introduced a flood management strategy for the Tarbela and Mangla dams, including reservoir management and controlled release protocols.
National Highway Authority (NHA), rescue services, Provincial Irrigation Departments (PIDs), representatives of the humanitarian sector including the United Nations, International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) together in disaster preparedness and response activities. . strategy for resource mapping to support businesses.
Speaking at the event, NDMA Chairman Lt. General Inam Haider Malik HI (M) said that a coordinated approach between federal and provincial departments and ministries is important for monsoon preparedness. “By working together and sharing critical information, we can better protect our communities and reduce the impact of natural disasters.” This conference demonstrates our commitment to the foundation of disaster management and resilience, said the NDMA chairman, drawing lessons from past experiences and the importance of preparedness. Drought, GLOF and Cyclone
The NDMA said it will continue to monitor the situation and collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure a timely and effective response to emergencies during the monsoon season.
