The roof of a home furniture showroom located at Toda Stop on Charsadda Road collapsed on Saturday, initially burying two individuals under the debris, according to Rescue 1122.
Rescue 1122 teams promptly reached the site and launched rescue operations. One person, identified as Zain, was successfully pulled out from the rubble by rescuers. He was provided immediate medical attention.
Efforts are currently underway to locate and rescue the second person still trapped beneath the collapsed structure.
The cause of the collapse is yet to be determined.
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued a report on losses and property damage due to heavy rains and flash floods, stating that four people have drowned in various nullahs across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
In the last 24 hours, a total of five people have died and one individual has been injured in various incidents related to the heavy rains and flash floods in the province. The deceased include one man, two women, and two children, while the injured individual is a child.
The report also indicates that one house was destroyed as a result of the rain and floods. The incidents occurred in different districts, including Buner, Malakand, and Mansehra.
The PDMA has directed the relevant district administrations to provide immediate assistance to the affected families and ensure access to quality medical facilities for the injured.
Rainfall is expected to continue until July 11. The PDMA has already issued a notice to district administrations to remain vigilant and implement preventive measures.
The PDMA is in constant communication with all district administrations and relevant relief agencies. The Emergency Operation Centre is fully operational, and the public is encouraged to report any untoward incidents by calling 1700.
