Over 1,500 Dead in Pakistan Floods... Severe Damage Reported

"16 Million Children Affected"

Children affected by floods in Pakistan [Image source=Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Nayeon] Authorities have announced that the death toll from floods in Pakistan has exceeded 1,500.

According to foreign media, Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority announced that since June 14, the flood-related death toll is 1,545, with 12,850 injured.

Since mid-June, the seasonal monsoon rainy season began in Pakistan, causing massive floods as glaciers in the northern region melted. It was reported that 391mm of rain fell over July and August, which is 190 percent more than the average for previous years.

Due to the floods, one-third of the country was submerged, over 1.74 million houses were damaged, and approximately 660,000 people are staying in temporary relief shelters. Pakistani authorities estimate that about 15 percent of the population has been affected by the flood damage.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appealed for donations of food and blankets for those affected by the floods. He said, "Donations can be made to centers established by NGOs, the military, or local authorities," and urged, "Everyone should come forward to help."

As the flood damage prolongs, many children are especially suffering.

Abdullah Fadil, UNICEF Pakistan representative, stated that "16 million children have been affected by this flood, and at least 3.4 million of them require urgent rescue support." United Nations Secretary-General Ant?nio Guterres predicted that the flood damage could exceed 30 billion dollars.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.