ISLAMABAD:

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday issued special orders regarding flood situation in Ghizer area of Gilgit-Baltistan due to Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF).

He appreciated the rescue teams and local volunteers for early evacuation of all residents of the area to safe places in view of the flood situation.

He instructed National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and district administration to continue rescue operations in the affected areas of Ghizer.

He ordered to intensify relief activities in the affected areas in view of the upcoming two spells, so that the affectees can be taken to safe places.

The prime minister directed all authorities concerned to be fully prepared for relief operations in the lower parts of the country in view of the flood situation in

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