FFD issues update on dams, rivers’ flood levels

The Flood Forecasting Division (FFD) Lahore has issued a fresh advisory following alarming increases in water levels at key river barrages across Pakistan. As of this morning, high flood conditions have been recorded at Guddu and Panjnad Barrages, raising serious concerns over potential inundation in low-lying regions of Sindh and South Punjab.

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Indus River:

Guddu Barrage is currently in a high flood situation, with water inflow at 635,759 cusecs and outflow at 606,489 cusecs.

Sukkur Barrage is witnessing a medium flood, handling an inflow of 538,916 cusecs and an outflow of 485,736 cusecs.

Kotri Barrage remains at low flood stage, discharging 267,631 cusecs.

Upstream stations including Tarbela, Kalabagh, Chashma, and Taunsa are observing normal flow conditions, though levels are steadily rising.

Chenab River:

Other sites on the Chenab—Trimmu, Marala, Qadirabad, and Khanki—are currently at normal discharge levels.

Tarbela at Maximum Capacity:

Tarbela Dam has reached its maximum storage level of 1550 feet, leaving no further room for incoming floodwaters and increasing the risk of overflow.

Mangla Dam stands at 1237.15 feet, just below its maximum capacity (1242 ft), with a moderate inflow of 38,000 cusecs and controlled outflow of 9,000 cusecs.

Other Rivers:

The Kabul River at Nowshera remains stable, with inflow and outflow at 20,000 cusecs.

The Ravi and Sutlej Rivers are largely under normal to medium flow conditions, except for GS Wala and Islam headworks, where medium flood levels have been observed. Sulemanki Headworks is at a low flood stage.

Evacuation Alert for Low-Lying Areas:

In response to the current flood dynamics, the FFD has issued urgent advisories to district administrations in Sindh and South Punjab:

Residents near Guddu, Sukkur, and Panjnad are strongly urged to prepare for potential evacuations.

Local authorities are advised to monitor embankments, ensure the functionality of flood protection systems, and stay alert for any signs of breaches or flash flooding.

Special attention is required in low-lying areas, which are at higher risk of inundation over the coming 24–48 hours.