Gilgit Baltistan Floods 9 Dead 25 Missing as Monsoon Devastate Northern Pakistan

Flash Floods in Gilgit-Baltistan: 9 Dead, Dozens Missing Amid Torrential Rains – July 25, 2025

Latest Situation

Torrential monsoon rains and melting glaciers have triggered devastating flash floods across several regions of Gilgit-Baltistan, leading to the death of at least 9 people, while 10 to 25 individuals — including tourists and locals — are reported missing.

Key regions affected include Diamer, Astore, and Babusar Top, where landslides and floodwaters have cut off roads and swept away infrastructure.

Incident Highlights

Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) triggered sudden flooding in mountain valleys.

Key highways remain blocked due to landslides and collapsing bridges.

Rescue efforts are ongoing despite difficult terrain and weather conditions.

Impact Summary (Table)

Category Details

Deaths 9 (4 in Astore, 5 in Diamer)

Missing Persons Between 10 to 25, including tourists and locals

Houses Damaged Over 500 homes destroyed or severely affected

Roads & Bridges Lost 27 bridges, 12+ km of roads completely damaged

Tourists Rescued 300+ evacuated from Babusar Top and surrounding valleys

Rescue Operations

Pakistan Army, GB Scouts, and Rescue 1122 are actively involved in relief efforts.

Helicopters have been deployed to airlift stranded tourists.

Makeshift shelters and medical camps have been set up in safer zones.

Environmental Perspective

Experts blame the rising global temperatures and accelerated glacier melting as primary causes of such disasters. This event is seen as a warning sign of worsening climate change in the Himalayan and Karakoram regions.