The United Nations has called the recent flooding in Pakistan an “unprecedented climate catastrophe”, after over 1,000 people lost their lives to it, including 380 children.
The country has seen double the average rainfall, a whopping 15.4 inches in August alone.
Flash floods have swept away entire communities. Reportedly, one-third of the country is currently submerged in water with 15% of the population impacted.
The UN warned that Pakistan needs nearly $160 million immediately.
Experts fear the spread of water-borne diseases due to stagnant water.
Flash floods have deprived people of basic necessities like food, clean water, and clothes, let alone medicine.
