Heavy rains caused a devastating flood in Gilgit Baltistan, sweeping away 15 tourist vehicles along the picturesque Babusar route. This disaster resulted in at least three deaths, several injuries, and left more than a dozen people missing.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported that the incident occurred at around 3:30 PM, affecting a 7 to 8-kilometre stretch between Jal and Diyung.
Rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate survivors. Officials are transporting machinery to the affected areas, with some already on-site. The National Highway Authority (NHA) is clearing blockages on the Karakoram Highway, restoring traffic at Chilas Bazaar, Zero Point, and Governor Farm. One-way access has been reopened at Passu and Jalkhad, while efforts continue near Tatta Pani.
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گلگت بلتستان ,گلگت، سکردو، ہنزہ، استور، دیامر، گھانچے,آزاد کشمیر مظفرآباد، نیلم، حویلی، باغ، پونچھ, بالائی خیبر پختونخوا چترال، دیر، کوہستان میں شدید بارشوں کے باعث لینڈ سلائیڈنگ کا خدشہ۔ سیاح پہاڑی علاقوں کی جانب سفر سے گریز کریں۔ pic.twitter.com/LQ3mTVElrF
— NDMA PAKISTAN (@ndmapk) July 22, 2025Diamer Deputy Commissioner Atta-ur-Rehman confirmed that three bodies were recovered, although the identities remain unclear. Injured victims are receiving treatment at the Regional Headquarters Hospital. The district administration is providing relief supplies to those affected.
The flood originated from a cloudburst, resulting in sudden water surges. GB government spokesperson Faizullah Faraq stated: “Efforts are being made to trace the missing individuals.” The Federal Minister for Communications instructed NHA teams to operate round the clock.
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بابو سر,ٹاپ جل سے دیونگ میں کلاؤڈ برسٹ کے وجہ شدید لینڈ سلائیڈنگ و فلیش فلڈنگ، 14-15 مقامات پر روڈ بلاک۔ مقامی انتظامیہ نے سیلابی ریلے میں پھنسے سیاحوں کو محفوظ مقامات پر منتقل کیا۔تاہم، شاہراہ قراقرم لال پہاڑی اور تتھا پانی کے مقامات پر ابھی بھی بند ہے۔ pic.twitter.com/qUM4D1YCt1
— NDMA PAKISTAN (@ndmapk) July 21, 2025The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is working closely with local authorities to ensure efficient rescue and relief efforts. So far, no additional casualties have been reported as these operations continue. This incident underscores the vulnerabilities associated with monsoon seasons in mountainous regions. Travellers are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and to avoid high-risk areas during heavy rainfall.
Authorities are urging the public to report any information regarding missing persons. With Pakistan experiencing extensive impacts from the monsoon, it is essential to maintain heightened preparedness.
