Tag: Flood Management
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Significant rise recorded in dam levels over the past year
Overview: A year of higher water reserves Across the country, major reservoirs have shown a remarkable improvement in storage, with most now carrying more than double the water they held two years ago. This uptick comes amid a season of sustained rainfall that has replenished catchments and boosted water security for households, agriculture, and industry.…
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Rising Dam Levels: A Promising Season of Water in Reservoirs Across the Country
Overview: A Year of Record-Breaking Levels Across the country, the majority of major reservoirs have shown a remarkable increase in water levels over the past year. Officials report that most important reservoirs now hold more than double the water they did two years ago, with several cases where volumes triple. As the rainy season continues,…
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Rundu Floods Highlight Years of Planning Failures and Urgent Upgrades
Rundu Floods Put Planning Under the Microscope Rundu, a town along Namibia’s Kavango East region, has faced renewed flooding that residents say exposes long-standing problems in urban planning and infrastructure. As homes were damaged and families displaced, the community, local leaders, and civil society are calling for a sweeping rethink of how the town is…
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UP-NCPAG Calls for Reform as DPWH Disaster Funding Fails to Cut Flood Impacts
Overview: Money Fails to Match the Impacts Despite a steady rise in disaster-related allocations for the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the Philippines continues to experience high disaster impacts, according to a policy note from the University of the Philippines’ National College of Public Administration and Governance (UP-NCPAG). The note emphasizes that while…
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DPWH Disaster Funding Fails to Curb Impacts, UP-NCPAG
Introduction: A Rising Budget, Persistent Impacts The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has increasingly funneled funds into disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate resilience in recent years. Yet the latest policy note from the University of the Philippines’ National College of Public Administration and Governance (UP-NCPAG) asserts that the country continues to experience…
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UP-NCPAG: DPWH Disaster Funding Surges Yet Flood Impacts Persist
Background: Soaring DPWH DRR Budgets The University of the Philippines’ National College of Public Administration and Governance (UP-NCPAG) has raised concerns that, despite sustained and even soaring allocations for disaster risk reduction (DRR), the country continues to experience high disaster impacts. A policy note issued recently emphasizes that the Department of Public Works and Highways…
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Rethinking Flood Management in Pakistan
The Urgency of Rethinking Flood Management in Pakistan Flood management in Pakistan has become a pressing issue, particularly for the rivers Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej in the province of Punjab. Recent years have seen these rivers overflowing their banks, leading to widespread destruction, displacement, and a humanitarian crisis. With the frequency of these natural disasters…
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Government Initiatives to Address Flood and Inflation Challenges
Introduction The recent floods in Pakistan have wreaked havoc, affecting millions of acres of standing crops and putting significant pressure on food prices. The federal government is taking urgent measures to stabilize the economy amid these challenging circumstances. This article delves into the government’s strategies to mitigate the impacts of flooding and inflation on agricultural…
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Addressing Irrigation Challenges in Sindh Amid Climate Change
Introduction The Sindh Abadgar Board (SAB), representing the interests of farmers in Sindh, has recently expressed grave concerns regarding the ongoing irrigation challenges posed by climate change in the region. With increasing instances of extreme weather—namely, floods and unusually heavy rains—the effectiveness of infrastructures like the Sukkur Barrage is under scrutiny. The Role of Sukkur…
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Sindh Abadgar Board Urges Action on Sukkur Barrage Gates
Introduction The Sindh Abadgar Board (SAB), representing farmers in the region, has raised serious concerns about the ongoing neglect of irrigation infrastructure, particularly the Sukkur Barrage gates. This issue has become increasingly pressing due to the dramatic challenges posed by climate change, including unexpected floods and intense rainfall. Concerns Over Irrigation Management During a recent…