Pakistan floods
Severe monsoon flooding affected 33 million people and devastated homes, farmland and infrastructure across Pakistan.
- When
- June–October 2022
- Where
- Pakistan
Severe monsoon flooding affected 33 million people and devastated homes, farmland and infrastructure across Pakistan.
Background
Rainfall met deep vulnerability
Extreme flooding struck communities with unequal resources for evacuation, shelter and recovery. Damage to housing, crops, roads and services turned a hydrological disaster into a prolonged crisis for livelihoods and public health.[2]
What happened
- 2022
Floodwaters and displacement
The floods spread across large areas, especially Sindh and Balochistan. Stagnant water and damaged services continued to threaten health after the heaviest rainfall, complicating the return of displaced residents.[2]
Impact & evidence
Deaths, displacement and economic losses
The joint assessment reported more than 1,730 deaths and 33 million people affected. It estimated damage and economic losses above US$30 billion and reconstruction needs above US$16 billion. These are different measures, not interchangeable totals.[2]
Aftermath & legacy
Unequal recovery
The assessment called for recovery centred on poorer households and climate resilience. Rebuilding required restoring livelihoods as well as structures, while displaced families faced continuing health risks and loss of income. Announced funding and actual assistance delivered need to be assessed separately.[2]
Sources & image credits (2)
- Wikipedia — 2022 Pakistan floods ↗
- World Bank and partners: October 2022 damage and needs assessment ↗
NASA Image source ↗
