Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah sounded the alarm on climate change, calling it a “very dangerous” reality during a press conference in Karachi. He stressed the urgent need for national-level policy action to tackle its devastating effects, particularly as Sindh braces for a potential super flood. According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), water flows of 800,000 to 1.1 million cusecs threaten to hit the province, with any inflow above 900,000 cusecs classified as a super flood.

Shah prioritized saving human lives and protecting livestock, followed by securing barrages and embankments. He noted significant improvements since the 2010 floods, including strengthened embankments that recently handled 550,000 cusecs at Guddu Barrage. However, he cautioned that severe floods often cause leaks, identifying 5 to 6 vulnerable points on the right bank and a critical Shank embankment on the left bank. Remarkably, Shank has withstood 500,000 cusecs this year, up from its previous limit of 250,000–300,000 cusecs.

Moreover, Shah revealed detailed preparations, with data mapping the impact on villages at water levels between 500,000 and 700,000 cusecs. He confirmed readiness for flows exceeding 900,000 cusecs, with evacuations already underway. The Pakistan Army and Navy support these efforts, deploying boats in affected areas, while the health department sets up camps in vulnerable zones.

In addition, a surge of 550,000 cusecs currently flows through Trimmu Barrage, with water expected to reach Panjnad in three days. By September 4, officials will assess the inflow at Panjnad, and by September 6, Guddu Barrage may face extremely high flood levels. This proactive stance reflects Shah’s call for a unified response to climate challenges.