In the past three weeks, over 120 deaths have occurred in Pakistan due to climate-related incidents, including 63 children. The National Disaster Management Authority reports that most deaths were linked to house collapses and flash floods. Pakistan remains highly vulnerable to climate change, having suffered severe environmental disasters. The 2022 floods alone caused nearly 1,700 deaths and displaced over 30 million people, leading to significant economic losses. The government cites inadequate international support for managing climate emergencies, while some experts suggest inaction has worsened the ongoing crisis.
Over 120 people have died in Pakistan due to climate-related incidents in the past three weeks, including 63 children, as the country faces the monsoon season.
The National Disaster Management Authority’s report indicates that two-thirds of the deaths resulted from house collapses and flash floods, and over 10% from drowning.
Pakistan, with a population exceeding 250 million, faces significant vulnerability to climate change, demonstrated by extreme environmental disasters, particularly the 2022 floods.
The current death toll highlights the urgent need for international assistance in addressing the climate emergency impacting flash floods and disaster management.
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