Rain and windstorms kill 2, injure 9 in Punjab

Heavy rain and windstorms killed two people and injured nine others across Pakistan's Punjab province over the past 24 hours, Rescue Punjab spokesperson Farooq Ahmad said.

The deadliest incident struck Attock district, where a collapsing wall killed two people and injured three more.

How many people died in Punjab's rain and windstorms?

Two people died and nine were injured in rain and windstorm-related incidents across Punjab within 24 hours.

The deaths occurred in Attock district, where a wall collapsed near Naya Pump amid strong winds and rain. Rescue teams treated the injured and transferred serious cases to nearby hospitals.

Where else in Punjab were people injured?

In Attock's Para Shaheen Bagh area, a separate roof collapse injured three people. In Khushab district's Quaidabad area, one person was injured after being struck by lightning.

Strong winds also brought down a signboard in Sargodha and a wooden roof on Chak Risala Road in Sheikhupura, each injuring one person.

What should residents do during Punjab's monsoon season?

Rescue Punjab urged residents to call the emergency helpline 1122 if they need assistance during the storms.

Monsoon rains typically affect the region from June to September, replenishing water supplies but also raising the risk of weather-related accidents and flooding.

Officials continue to monitor the situation as rescue teams remain on standby across the affected districts.