Still unprepared

Monsoon rains have caused around 100 deaths in Pakistan since June 26, with more heavy rain and thunderstorms expected through July 28. The Met Office and NDMA have issued warnings about rising river levels, flash floods, urban flooding, and landslides. From Gilgit-Baltistan, where glacial lake outburst floods have cut off roads and stranded tourists, to Punjab’s flooded cities, the situation underscores the country's ongoing struggle with inadequate disaster preparedness despite repeated warnings. This crisis highlights the need for better infrastructure and planning to handle monsoon-related disasters.