Showers in parts of Punjab, Islamabad mark onset of fresh monsoon spell; man injured in roof collapse in Lahore

Parts of Punjab and Islamabad in Pakistan are experiencing a new monsoon spell, with rainfall reported on Wednesday morning, just as the previous season's devastating floods concluded.

The recent monsoon rains have brought much-needed relief to some areas, but also caused concern due to the memory of the previous spell. This prior season resulted in widespread flooding across Punjab and claimed over 100 lives. During the new rain spell, one injury was reported in Lahore when a 25-year-old man was hurt in a roof collapse incident in the Baghbanpura area.

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Floodwater has inundated our area since Friday, leaving the entire neighbourhood submerged.

Rescue services reported that the collapsed roof was constructed with wooden beams. The injured man was transported to Kot Khawaja Saeed Hospital for treatment. Meanwhile, water and sanitation authorities in Lahore recorded significant rainfall, with Mughalpura receiving the highest amount at 44.4mm by 11 AM.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) had predicted this new period of rain, forecasting showers across the country from July 29 to August 5. The department had also issued warnings about the potential for heavy rains to trigger flash floods in hilly regions and cause inundation in urban centers. The previous monsoon season left a trail of destruction, with reports indicating 110 deaths, 360 injuries, 796 damaged houses, and the loss of 376 livestock.

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Dozens of villages remained under water and teams were continuing to evacuate stranded residents while distributing meals to affected families.