Torrential Rains Continue In KP, Trigger Flash Flooding In Several Cities

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 21st Jul, 2026) Torrential monsoon rains continued to batter several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on Tuesday, triggering flash floods, inundating low-lying areas, and disrupting daily life in several areas.

According to PDMA authorities, heavy rainfall caused seasonal streams and rivers to swell rapidly, sweeping away roads, damaging homes, and affecting transportation in several vulnerable districts.

Flash floods in several areas of Swat, Khyber, Mardan, Mansehra and Mardan were reported.

Flash floods have also swept away household items of several people in Landi Kotal in Khyber, Naran-Kaghan in Mansehra and Kalam in Swat

Rescue teams have been deployed to flood-hit areas, while local administrations remain on high alert.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has advised residents living near rivers, streams, and mountainous regions to exercise extreme caution, warning that further rainfall could intensify the risk of flash floods and landslides.

Emergency officials said rescue operations were underway in affected areas, with efforts focused on evacuating stranded residents and restoring access to damaged communities. Authorities have urged the public to avoid unnecessary travel, particularly through flood-prone areas and mountain passes.

The heavy rainfall has disrupted electricity supply to 148 feeders across the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) region.

According to PESCO spokesperson, the torrential rain has continued over the past 12 hours in Peshawar, Khyber, Mardan, Swabi, and Swat, affecting the power distribution network.

The spokesperson said that 71 feeders in the Peshawar Circle, 22 in Mardan, 33 in Khyber, 12 in Swabi, and 10 in the Swat affected.

In Peshawar, power outages have been reported in Gulberg, University Town, Cantt, Warsak, and Shabqadar areas.

The continuous rainfall has made restoration work difficult. However, PESCO teams worked throughout the night and successfully restored electricity to 42 affected feeders.

Power restoration efforts are being monitored directly from the PESCO Control Room, the spokesperson added.

PESCO Chief Akhtar Hameed Khan has directed all operational teams to remain on high alert and ensure the earliest possible restoration of electricity.

On the chief's instructions, all necessary equipment has been provided to operational teams to expedite restoration work, and field staff has been directed to exercise special caution while working in the rain and strictly follow all safety protocols.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast more rain in parts of the province over the coming days, prompting officials to maintain emergency preparedness and closely monitor the evolving weather situation.