Floods in Gilgit-Baltistan's Diamer district have caused severe damage to infrastructure and residential buildings. A landslide triggered by torrential rains resulted in the deaths of three people and left more than fifteen others missing. Over 221 individuals have died in Pakistan due to monsoon-related incidents, including many vulnerable tourists. Rescuers have successfully evacuated injured individuals and trapped tourists, with assistance from local villagers. The floods have also affected communication infrastructure, leading to blocked highways and destruction of homes and other amenities.
Flash floods, collapsed buildings and electrocutions have killed 221 people since the monsoon season arrived in the country in late June, with heavier rains than usual.
Floods in the area on Monday have damaged 50 houses, four bridges, a hotel, and a school, as well as blocked major highways and damaged communication signals.
Three dead bodies have been recovered and more than 15 are still missing, with rescue operations continuing in the aftermath of the landslide triggered by torrential rains.
Hundreds of trapped tourists have since been brought to safety; government teams cleared debris and escorted them off the mountain road, while local villagers provided emergency shelter and assistance.
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