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AsiaOne
an hour ago
- AsiaOne
Woman injured after PMD collision in Pasir Ris, lodges police report, Singapore News
A woman was left with cuts and bruises after she was allegedly knocked over by a Personal Mobility Device (PMD) rider on an overhead bridge in Pasir Ris. In a post to the Complaint Singapore Facebook page on July 13, user Mel Yap stated that the incident occurred that morning at around 7.15am near Block 124, Pasir Street 11. Calling it a "hit and run", she wrote that she had been walking downslope on the bridge when the PMD collided into her. She also called for the rider to apologise. "If [the] rider comes forward and apologises and compensates my bills (with receipt), I won't pursue further," she wrote on Facebook, with accompanying photos showing the injuries she sustained to her right palm, left elbow and right knee. She made a police report later. In an interview with Shin Min Daily News, the 49-year-old woman accountant described how she and her friends had been walking on the overhead bridge when she heard a sound from behind. She turned and saw a man who looked to be in his 20s on his PMD. Although Yap and her friends were walking in a single file, the path was narrow. The man did not pass immediately and appeared to be waiting for them to give way to him, said Yap. Yap said she told the rider to dismount from the PMD and push his device, as she believed PMDs should not be ridden on overhead bridges. Fell backwards, then forwards Yap claimed that not only did the rider ignore her advice to dismount, he also tried to squeeze past the group. In the process, a part of the PMD allegedly hit Yap, causing her to fall. "I fell backwards, but as he didn't stop, I tried to grab him and fell forwards," said Yap. "I shouted at him but he ignored me and left." Yap told Shin Min that as the path was strewn with small rocks, she ended up scraping her elbows, palms and knees, which bled. After cleaning her wounds with water, she went to a clinic before making a police report. Yap said that her medical bill cost $150 and the wound on her right knee continued to bleed after 12 hours. Although her injuries were not serious, she was issued two days of medical leave and she said her body was still aching. She reiterated that she is willing to drop the case if the rider comes forward to apologise, stating that he "should have a sense of responsibility". "There are often cases of errant riding in the area. The rider should have gotten down to push his device. I'm lucky, but the situation would be more serious if it were an elderly person who fell." In a statement to AsiaOne, police confirmed that a report has been lodged and investigations are ongoing. A photo taken by Shin Min Daily News at the site showed a "no riding" sign at the bridge. In spite of this, the reporter observed at least one cyclist or personal mobility device user crossing the overpass every two to three minutes. According to the Land Transport Authority guidelines, PMDs such as e-scooters are only allowed on cycling paths while e-bikes can only be used on cycling paths and on the road. [[nid:714126]] candicecai@
Khaleej Times
12 hours ago
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
Pakistan monsoon death toll rises to 203, at least 562 injured
The death toll from heavy monsoon rains that have been falling in Pakistan for weeks has risen to 203, amid ongoing flooding. Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority said that 97 children and 37 women were among the victims, while at least 562 others were injured. Most of the deaths occurred in Punjab, the country's largest province. It noted that more than 700 homes were damaged and more than 200 heads of livestock were killed. The downpours caused flooding and building collapses, with most of the deaths caused by the roofs of weaker homes failing. Lahore, the eastern provincial capital, reported 15 deaths till Friday, Faisalabad nine, and the farming towns of Okara, Sahiwal and Pakpattan several more. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned of further heavy rains starting July 20, while a PDMA alert cautions of a potential high-level flood in the Indus River at Kalabagh and Chashma in the next 24 hours, prompting authorities to initiate emergency preparedness measures. PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, during a briefing, stated that over 1,000 people had been safely evacuated from flood-hit regions in Pothohar, including 398 in Jhelum, 209 in Chakwal, and 450 in Rawalpindi, Dawn reported. According to Dawn, in Chakwal, which has witnessed some of the heaviest rainfall in recent days, two bodies swept away in flash floods were recovered on Friday. Another victim died after a roof collapse caused by a falling rock due to rain. Power outages have also persisted in numerous villages across Chakwal, with electricity yet to be restored three days after the initial flooding. Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) reported that 99 high-tension and 48 low-tension poles, along with 65 transformers, were damaged.
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First Post
a day ago
- Climate
- First Post
Rains wreak havoc in Pakistan's Punjab, over 70 dead in past 48 hours
The death toll crossed the 100 mark as heavy rains battered Pakistan's Punjab, with more than 70 rain-related deaths occurring in the last 48 hours. read more At least ten more people lost their lives across Pakistan's Punjab on Friday as heavy rains and flash floods took over the province. The death toll in the floods crossed the 100 mark, with more than 70 rain-related deaths occurring in the last 48 hours. So far, 123 people have been killed and around 462 injured since June 25, as the province received record rainfall. The turbulent weather triggered urban flooding, which inundated residential areas, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said, as per the report by Pakistani news outlet Dawn News. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 71 of the total deaths were reported in the past two days alone. When it comes to the weather, the authorities warned that there will be no respite from torrential rain anytime soon. In light of this, Pakistan's Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an alert for more downpours from July 20. Flood alert across Pakistan's Punjab PMD also issued a separate alert of a high-level flood in the River Indus at Kalabagh and Chashma over the next 24 hours, with authorities being asked to take precautionary measures, Dawn reported. In a briefing on the rescue operation carried out in the flooded areas, PDMA DG Irfan Ali Kathia noted that more than 1,000 people were rescued and were shifted to a safe place in the Pothohar region. This comprised 398 people from Jhelum, 209 from Chawal and 450 from Rawalpindi. The PMD advisory issued on Friday, directed the provincial and district administrations to take precautionary measures as rains with wind and thundershowers are predicted from July 20. The advisory also warned of urban flooding and landslides. The Met Office noted that monsoon currents are currently penetrating Sindh and the upper parts of the country and are likely to intensify from July 20. They noted that a fresh westerly wave is likely to approach the country's north on July 21. More rains predicted in coming days from today (July 18, 2025) — Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) July 18, 2025 In Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur, Diamer, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar from July 20 to 26. In Balochistan, similar weather conditions are predicted in Lasbella, Awaran, Khuzdar, Quetta, Zhob, Qilla Saifullah, Qila Abdullah, Ziarat, Kalat, Sherani, Musakhel, Loralai and Barkhan on July 19 and from July 22 to 25. Apart from this, urban flooding is expected in low-lying areas such as Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Okara, Nowshera and Peshawar. Landslides may cause road closures in hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir and GB.
DW
2 days ago
- Climate
- DW
Pakistan: Dozens killed in Punjab flooding – DW – 07/18/2025
Over 50 people have been killed in flash flooding following heavy rainfall in eastern Pakistan. Authorities have put official warnings in place while forecasters predict more rain to come. Dozens of people have been killed in flooding in Punjab in eastern Pakistan over the past two days with the country experiencing around twice the amount of rainfall compared to July last year. At least 54 people had been killed in a period of 24 hours on Thursday – a figure which, according to local media, had increased to least 63 by Friday. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Pakistan as a whole has experienced 82% more rainfall so far this month compared to the same period in 2024, a percentage which increases to 124% for the eastern Punjab region. Almost 200 deaths have been reported nationwide since June 26. On Thursday, authorities imposed a so-called section 144 warning which bans bathing, swimming or boating in rivers, canals, ponds, lakes, reservoirs or any other open spaces where rainwater may have accumulated. Television news footage showed an army helicopter plucking three members of a family from the roof of their house after they were stranded by a flash flood on the outskirts of Rawalpindi, which neighbors the capital city of Islamabad on the Sawan river. Tourists were advised to avoid travel to affected areas where rains could trigger landslides and block highways. On Friday, the PDMA reported "medium-level" flooding in the town of Kalabagh on the Indus river and "low-level" flooding in four other locations. "The flow of water in rivers is increasing due to monsoon rains and glacial melting," said a PDMA spokesperson in a statement. Pakistan's second-largest city, Lahore, received "light to moderate" rain on Friday, according to the local Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA). Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has forecasted several more spells of heavy rain in the coming weeks, starting with a seven-day period next week and continuing with further spells into late August. In 2022, extreme rain and flooding inundated a third of the country, killing over 1,700 people. Authorities have warned they cannot rule out a repeat.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Climate
- Times of Oman
Pakistan: Dozens killed in Punjab flooding
Dozens of people have been killed in flooding in Punjab in eastern Pakistan over the past two days with the country experiencing around twice the amount of rainfall compared to July last year. At least 54 people had been killed in a period of 24 hours on Thursday – a figure which, according to local media, had increased to least 63 by Friday. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Pakistan as a whole has experienced 82% more rainfall so far this month compared to the same period in 2024, a percentage which increases to 124% for the eastern Punjab region. Almost 200 deaths have been reported nationwide since June 26. On Thursday, authorities imposed a so-called section 144 warning which bans bathing, swimming or boating in rivers, canals, ponds, lakes, reservoirs or any other open spaces where rainwater may have accumulated. Television news footage showed an army helicopter plucking three members of a family from the roof of their house after they were stranded by a flash flood on the outskirts of Rawalpindi, which neighbors the capital city of Islamabad on the Sawan river. Tourists were advised to avoid travel to affected areas where rains could trigger landslides and block highways. Pakistan: 'Medium-level' flooding on Friday On Friday, the PDMA reported "medium-level" flooding in the town of Kalabagh on the Indus river and "low-level" flooding in four other locations. "The flow of water in rivers is increasing due to monsoon rains and glacial melting," said a PDMA spokesperson in a statement. Pakistan's second-largest city, Lahore, received "light to moderate" rain on Friday, according to the local Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA). Meanwhile, Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has forecasted several more spells of heavy rain in the coming weeks, starting with a seven-day period next week and continuing with further spells into late August. In 2022, extreme rain and flooding inundated a third of the country, killing over 1,700 people. Authorities have warned they cannot rule out a repeat.
