According to the Flood Forecasting Division, the Kalabagh site recorded a steady water inflow of 447,941 cusecs and an outflow of 440,391 cusecs as of 1pm. Additional low-level flooding has been reported at Chashma Barrage, Tarbela Dam, and Guddu and Sukkur barrages in Sindh.
The surge comes amid a deadly monsoon season in Punjab, where at least 63 people have lost their lives due to rain-triggered incidents. Rescue operations are underway in multiple districts affected by flash floods and urban inundation.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned of five more rain spells in the coming weeks, forecasting the next intense phase between July 21 and 28, with subsequent episodes expected throughout August. Officials attribute the rising river flows to the combined impact of persistent monsoon rains and melting glaciers in northern regions.
Authorities are urging residents in low-lying areas to remain cautious and have advised local administrations to prepare for possible flood emergencies. Emergency teams have been deployed, and monitoring is being intensified across riverbanks and vulnerable zones.