Heavy Monsoon Rains Claim 54 Lives in Pakistan
Heavy monsoon rains have been linked to 54 deaths in the last 24 hours in Pakistan, as reported by the government’s disaster agency. Commuters in Rawalpindi faced challenges navigating flooded streets on July 17, 2025, amidst the heavy downpour.
Rising Death Toll
In the recent 24-hour period, 54 individuals lost their lives and 227 sustained injuries across Pakistan, with Punjab bearing the brunt of the fatalities, according to a spokesperson for the National Disaster Management Authority speaking to AFP. The toll was calculated at 8 am on Thursday.
