Deadly Floods in Pakistan: 700 Dead, Thousands Rescued in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

On Tuesday, August 28, 2025, Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported that at least 700 people have lost their lives due to devastating floods across the country since July 5.

Triggered by intense monsoon rains and exacerbated by climate change, these floods have caused widespread destruction to infrastructure, homes, and agricultural lands, impacting the lives of millions.

Inam Haider Malik, the head of the NDMA, stated during a press briefing that rescue teams have successfully saved over 25,000 people from flood-affected areas.

He noted that search and rescue operations are ongoing, with bodies of victims still being recovered, particularly in the northwest of the country.

Malik added that a significant number of individuals remain missing, raising concerns that the death toll could rise further. He emphasized that rescue teams are working tirelessly to assist those affected.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, particularly remote mountainous districts like Buner, has been the hardest hit, transforming into the epicenter of the disaster.

The floods have destroyed roads, bridges, and communication systems, making access to some areas nearly impossible.

Many residents have lost their homes and are now living in temporary camps or under extremely challenging conditions.

The Pakistani government, alongside international organizations, is striving to provide immediate aid, including food, clean water, shelter, and medical care to the affected population.

However, the scale of the disaster and limited resources pose significant challenges to crisis management.

Experts warn that with ongoing climate change, such catastrophic events may become more frequent and severe in the future. The NDMA has issued an urgent appeal for international assistance to prevent the escalation of the