Rising water levels in Afghan rivers merge into River Kabul, raising fears of widespread flooding in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and beyond.
PESHAWAR: Floodwaters from multiple rivers in Afghanistan have surged toward the Pakistan border, raising concerns of imminent flooding in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and downstream regions, according to official sources on Tuesday.
Authorities said heavy rainfall in Afghanistan has caused both small and large rivers to swell, creating a flood situation that is now converging into the Kabul River.
The river is already flowing at high levels, with additional inflows from several tributaries including the Panjshir, Kunar and other regional waterways, intensifying the danger of a high-level flood.
Officials noted that multiple rivers from different Afghan provinces are feeding into the Kabul River system. Reports indicate that four rivers from Khogyani, six from Chapliar, five from Sherzad, five from Pachiragam and four from Khiva are already in a swollen state and merging into the main flow.
The situation has been described as alarming, with authorities warning that the rising water levels could impact districts such as Peshawar, Charsadda and Nowshera, along with other parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Officials further warned that the floodwaters may travel downstream beyond Attock, potentially creating broader flood-related challenges across Pakistan.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are expected to issue alerts and preparedness measures as water levels continue to rise. Residents in vulnerable areas have been urged to remain cautious and follow official advisories.
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