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Saba’s story
n is the Bashunai village at the foot of the beautiful mountains of the boner, which is still mourning the devastation caused by the devastating floods. Amid the ruins, an old woman, Saba Babi, sat on the ground in front of her destroyed house, she was pulled into a white scarf, her face is linked to deep wrinkles. It has an emptyness in his eyes that comes from losing everything.
The grief in his eyes is not just about the falling walls, but the whole life has been scattered.
“I have lost my children and I have lost my home,” says Saba Bibi.
His words resonate like a disturbing memories, remembering the horrific scenes when the rainwater’s tournaments came down from the mountains, and sweeping the whole village. Everyone suffered, but his grief was the biggest – because he lost not only his home but also his children.
Once, this clay house was its sanctity, where laughter and life filled the wind. Today, there are only dirt piles, broken stones and scattered memories. Saba Bibi has no source of income, no shelter, nor will anyone supply it. What he has left is a moving stick, a plastic bag and some basic requirements.
Saba recalled destruction:
“When the flood came, I was sick. I didn’t understand what was happening. Someone picked me up and picked me up to the mountain – how did I survive.”
Sheep
It is not only the story of Saba, but also the story of thousands of people who are displaced by the severe floods due to climate change. Weather samples have become unexpected rapidly. The series that once flowed in peace now turns into deadly tunts.
Relief is limited to rations and temporary shelters only. Sabah Bibi talked about a new home. Every day, she sits in front of her ruined house and asks: “Will we ever have a house again?”
From the joy of marriage to the tragedy
In Qadir Nagar, he hears a heartbreaking story. A family was preparing for the wedding. The bride’s room was decorated, and the whole house was full of excitement. But the flood changed everything.
When the water came roaring, he poured the house of the family. Even worse, this catastrophe has also claimed 28 lives of expanded family.
Omar, a relative of the victims, stood among the ruins, which was unable to cope with the damage scale.
Officials emphasize that road restoration, cleaning of debris and reconstruction of necessary infrastructure are the top priorities. However, the scale of destruction means that recovery will take several months, if not.
Omar said, “Our family was preparing for the wedding. Now everything is over.” “Happiness has turned into mourning. We have lost many loved ones.”
Destruction has not only grieved but frightened Omar.
“How would we re -save ourselves from such disasters? How would we rebuild?” He asks.
Life and property
Flash floods and heavy rains have destroyed the Malakand division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing 319 people and injuring 166 people. 24 people are countless.
The worst affected district is Bonner, where 236 people lost their lives, followed by Shangla, Bajar and Swat.
Floods have caused widespread destruction. 515 houses are completely destroyed and 3,114 partially damaged. The infrastructure has had a severe impact, with 489 km of roads washing and falling 59 bridges.
The losses of agriculture and livestock are surprised. The crops have been destroyed at 63.036 acres. 5.610 cattle have been killed. Education and health facilities have been severely damaged. 18 schools have been completely destroyed and 25 health centers have been affected.
Relief in the boner
Rescue operations are underway in several affected areas, including Qadir Nagar, Bishunai and nearby villages. Government and social organizations have set up medical camps at several places to provide emergency health care. Volunteers are distributing food supply.
Officials say the restoration of roads, cleansing debris and reconstruction of the necessary infrastructure are their top priorities. However, the scale of destruction means that recovery will take several months, if not.
Immediate requirements
The biggest challenges are access to clean drinking water, cleaning and shelter. Controlled water sources are at a serious risk of the disease, with bottle water, water filtration units and chlorine tablets are a top priority.
The shelters are crowded. Lack of proper toilets has increased the risk of disease. Mobile latrines and temporary toilets are in dire need.
With 515 homes destroying and damaging more than 3,000, homeless families are desperately needed to rebuild tents, tin sheets and construction equipment.
Women need hygiene kits, including sanitary pads and soaps. Newborn babies need milk, feed bottles, diapers and clothing.
Waqar Ahmed is an independent journalist from Swat District and a PhD scholar in media and widespread communication. They have reported climate change, environment, human rights, education and elections. It can be arrived at waqar.swaty93@gmail.com
