Increasing Frequency and Impact of Cloudbursts and Flash Floods in Northern Pakistan Amidst Climate Change
Northern Pakistan is facing unprecedented devastation from cloudbursts and flash floods exacerbated by climate change, global warming, and deforestation. These intense, localized rainfall events are occurring more frequently due to rising temperatures that increase atmospheric moisture and destabilize monsoon patterns. The combination of steep mountainous terrain and environmental degradation has left regions like Buner, Swat, Bajaur, and Gilgit Baltistan highly vulnerable. To reduce future risks, urgent implementation of early warning systems, reforestation, resilient infrastructure, and community preparedness is essential. This crisis underscores the urgent need for integrated climate adaptation and sustainable land management in flood-prone areas.
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