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Monsoon Rain Collapses Mud-House Roof Near Kohat, Killing 11

This highlights how earthen rural homes fail under heavy monsoon rain, increasing pressure on rescue teams and utility crews.

Overview

  • A mud or earthen roof gave way during a family gathering in Malagin on the outskirts of Kohat, killing 11 people and injuring 12.
  • Rescue 1122 and local residents led search-and-rescue efforts using heavy equipment and hands-on digging to recover victims and free survivors.
  • The 12 injured received first aid at the scene and were moved to nearby hospitals where medical teams continue to monitor their condition.
  • The same heavy rains caused separate incidents across the region, including a wall collapse in Attock, flash flooding in Dera Ghazi Khan, and power outages in several districts.
  • Poorly built earthen houses are especially vulnerable during Pakistan's monsoon season and this collapse highlights the urgent need for safer rural construction and faster emergency repairs by local authorities.