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Punjab is facing its worst flooding in nearly four decades after India released water into rivers and heavy monsoon rains lashed the region.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Jhang, a massive flood surge has entered River Chenab, prompting the district administration to put all departments on high alert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Tehsil Athara Hazari, announcements are being made near protective embankments to evacuate shops as a precautionary measure. Officials recalled that during the devastating 2014 floods, the embankment had to be breached to reduce pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ravi River continues in high flood as water flow crosses 200,000 cusecs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) reported on Thursday that River Ravi remains in a state of very high flood, with heavy flows passing through key points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Ravi Siphon, the water discharge has reached 202,428 cusecs, while at Shahdara the flow stands at 201,400 cusecs, according to PDMA officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Authorities remain on alert as the river maintains extremely high flood levels, posing threats to surrounding low-lying areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Authorities warn that extremely high flood levels in Chenab could force another decision to break protective bunds if water pressure continues to rise. Deputy Commissioner Jhang said shopkeepers and residents are being notified, and the situation is being monitored closely to safeguard lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Multan, authorities have decided to breach two embankments to save the city. In Lahore, the flow of water at Shahdara in River Ravi has crossed 183,000 cusecs, with the district administration warning it could rise to 200,000 cusecs by noon. The Ravi can withstand up to 250,000 cusecs, but the water level continues to increase. Rescue boats and additional personnel have been deployed, while evacuations from low-lying areas are underway.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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