Pakistan Faces Devastating Floods After Torrential Rains
Pakistan continues to battle deadly monsoon rains, with at least 63 people losing their lives due to heavy flooding on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The rainfall, originating as thunderstorms in north-west India, grew stronger and swept into Punjab province, flooding many low-lying areas as rivers overflowed.
Cities like Lahore, Islamabad, and especially Chakwal, were heavily affected. Chakwal alone received a shocking 423mm of rain, more than double the usual July average. Many casualties were caused by building collapses, drowning, and electrocution.
This brings the total death toll from the 2025 monsoon season in Pakistan to nearly 180, with over half of the victims being children. Experts say this reflects the growing impact of the climate crisis, which is making flooding events more frequent and severe in vulnerable countries like Pakistan.
️ Flash Floods Hit New York & New Jersey
In the United States, torrential rainfall caused flash floods in New York and New Jersey, where a state of emergency was declared. Over 150mm of rain fell in a few hours, blocking roads and causing deadly accidents. Two people died after their car was washed away. In New York City, 50mm of rain fell in just 30 minutes, flooding streets and subway stations. It was the second-highest hourly rainfall in the city’s history.
️ Nepal Hit by Glacial Lake Outburst Flood
Nepal faced a different kind of disaster when a glacial lake burst upstream near the Tibetan border. Melting glaciers created a large lake, which collapsed on July 8, sending a powerful wave of water down into Rasuwa district. Known as a “Himalayan tsunami”, the flood killed at least 7 people, destroyed infrastructure, and caused widespread damage.
These glacial lake outburst floods are becoming more common due to rapid warming in the Himalayan region, putting thousands at risk across Nepal and northern India.
⚠️ Climate Change Driving Extreme Weather
All three of these deadly events—in Pakistan, the US, and Nepal—highlight how global warming is fueling extreme and unpredictable weather. From monsoon chaos to glacier-driven floods, the planet’s climate crisis continues to endanger lives and infrastructure.
✅ Key Highlights:
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63 dead in Punjab, Pakistan due to monsoon floods
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423mm rainfall in Chakwal, breaking records
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Flash floods in New York & New Jersey kill 2, subways underwater
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Glacial lake outburst in Nepal kills 7, described as a “Himalayan tsunami”
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Climate change identified as the root cause of rising extreme weather
