United Nations/New York – The United Nations has released an initial $600,000 in emergency relief funds to support victims of the deadly flash floods caused by torrential monsoon rains across Pakistan, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric confirmed on Tuesday.
Dujarric told reporters at the regular noon briefing that Pakistani authorities are leading the response with assistance from the UN and local humanitarian partners.
A UN assessment team is also expected to visit affected regions on Wednesday to evaluate damages and coordinate further aid.
The devastating floods have already killed over 400 people, left more than 190 injured, and displaced at least 20,000 people.
Since the start of the monsoon season on June 26, Pakistan has recorded 798 deaths and more than 1,000 injuries, according to UN figures.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of another incoming monsoon system, predicting continued heavy rainfall in the coming days.
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) highlighted that flood victims are in urgent need of shelter, medical care, clean drinking water, hygiene kits, education, and protection services, particularly for women and girls.
