The Hunza River flooded as a result of the intense heat and the ongoing rains, putting the Gilgit community of Faizabad in an emergency.
Two swimming pools, hotels, and homes were washed away by an abrupt rise in the water, severely ruining the residents’ property and forcing them to relocate.
The threat to a 13kV main transmission line energy pole is particularly serious because, if it is breached, it might trigger a huge disaster that would cut off the region’s supply of electricity.
To avoid a massive power loss, Gilgit-Baltistan’s Water and Power Department is working nonstop to secure the in jeopardy power pole. The local government has been putting forth great effort to guarantee the citizens’ safety.In order to assist the impacted families and resume vital services, the local government has made a request for assistance from federal authorities and humanitarian groups.
To stop any more harm to the residents, emergency services have been sent to the affected neighborhoods and evacuation procedures are in place.
