Tourists Stranded in Diamer as Floods and Landslides Hit Northern Pakistan; More Rain Forecast

Diamer, Gilgit-Baltistan – July 27, 2025: Dozens of tourists remain stranded in the picturesque region of Fairy Meadows, Diamer, as landslides and flash floods have rendered several routes in Gilgit-Baltistan inaccessible, reported 24NewsHD TV on Sunday.

In response to the worsening situation, Pakistan Army helicopters have been airlifting trapped tourists to safe zones, as inclement weather continues to challenge rescue efforts.

River Indus Flood Status
According to official data, the River Indus is currently in:

Medium flood at Taunsa Barrage

Low flood at Tarbela, Kalabagh, Chashma, Guddu, and Sukkur

Authorities are closely monitoring water levels, especially in downstream regions vulnerable to overflow due to rising river pressure.

More Rain Expected Across Pakistan
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast continued monsoon rains across various parts of the country through July 31, warning of possible flash floods in streams and seasonal nullahs due to rainfall and glacial melt.

Rainfall is expected in:

Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad

Murree, Galyat, Chakwal, Jhelum

Mandi Bahauddin, Sialkot, Gujrat, Gujranwala

Sahiwal, Jhang, DG Khan, Bahawalpur, Khanewal

Multan and Muzaffargarh

Weather Forecast (Next 24 Hours)
While dry and humid conditions will prevail in most regions, the PMD forecasts isolated thundershowers in:

Gilgit-Baltistan

Kashmir

Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad

Potohar region of Punjab

South-eastern Sindh

Authorities urge citizens and tourists to avoid unnecessary travel in vulnerable areas and stay updated with official weather alerts and advisories.