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Pakistan

Pakistan: Flood Impact Update - as of 23 August 2015

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Flash floods hit eight districts of Punjab, affecting an estimated 463,902 people. The situation has stabilized and affected populations are returning from temporary camps. The Punjab Government has started damage assessments. More than 900,000 people were evacuated from Kacha areas of Sindh. Approximately 329,877 people are living in 499 relief camps established by the Government there. The water level is receding and returns have started in Larkana and Sukkur. Chitral was the most affected district in KP, with many areas still inaccessible. The Army, Government agencies, and humanitarian organizations are delivering assistance. The Government is providing relief in all affected areas, and the humanitarian community is supporting local authorities.

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