Need For Flood Mitigation Measures and Management Techniques In Pakistan After the unusual monsoon season that culminated into the devastating floods of 2022 in Pakistan; there is barely a need to define what flood is, as no one would be a stranger to this term. As we saw the horrifying visuals of the overwhelming volume […]
Devastating Impacts Of Monsoon Season 2022 In Karachi
Monsoon season in Karachi has now become a symbol of haphazardness in recent years as the city becomes flooded every now and then and everyday life becomes arduous. Not only this time but also the previous few monsoon seasons were quite destructive for the whole city in terms of both property and economy. Karachi is […]
Flash Floods – Causes, Effects, Prevention and Management
The word flash flood simply refers to the phenomenon of sudden flooding of an area which is usually dry, like cities etc. This type of flooding happens very quickly and without a warning. This can be due to both natural and anthropogenic causes and can prove to be disastrous in an urban or developed area. […]
Natural Disasters Common In Pakistan and their Impact
INTRODUCTION Pakistan has a history of natural disasters. The country is prone to earthquakes and floods very often. Climate change is affecting the environment of Pakistan and bringing extreme weather events. NATURAL DISASTER IN PAKISTAN It is a natural but catastrophic event that results in human and livelihood losses. There is a number of natural […]