ISLAMABAD, Sep 1 (APP):Chairman Ahmed Kamal announced Sunday that the Federal Flood Commission (FFC) was taking concrete steps to introduce modern ways to control floods.
“In line with Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s special focus on this area, FFC is
collaborating with international experts to launch new small projects to enhance Pakistan’s flood manag
ement capabilities and reduce the impact of future flood events, Ahmed Kamal added.
In an exclusive interview with PTV News, he shared details of the Federal Flood Commission’s (FFC) comprehensive plans to mitigate flood risks in Pakistan and highlighted several key projects, including expansion of green structures like forests and wetlands to absorb excess water and prevent soil erosion, constructing flood channels in remote areas to divert water away from populated regions, building water diversion structures to utilize excess water for agricultur
e, and installing small radars to enhance weather forecasting and early warning systems.
He said, “These initiatives aim to reduce flood risk, minimize damage to infrastructur
e, and provide sustainable
solutions for water management, ultimately protecting the lives and livelihoods of Pakistani citizens.”
Chairman Kamal announced the installation of small radars to enhance weather forecasting and early warning systems.
“These radars will provide real-time data to help authorities make informed decisions during flood events.”
“The FFC is working on water diversion structures that will utilize excess water for agricultural purposes. This innovative approach will not only reduce flood risk but also provide a sustainable source of water for farmers,” he added.
He said, “With the coordination efforts of irrigation and forest departments, FFC aims to expand green structures, such as forests and wetlands, which play a crucial role in absorbing excess water and preventing soil erosion. This initiative will help reduce flood risk in vulnerable areas.”
“The Federal Flood Commission (FFC) has drafted a Flood Manag
ement Act, which has been sent to the Ministry of Law and Order for review, Chairman Ahmed Kamal announced.
The ministry has suggested that the act be shared with all provinces, including Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), for
collaboration and input, he added.
“Once all provinces have provided their feedback and consensus is reached, the FFC will impl
ement the act, marking a significant step towards a unified and effective flood manag
ement strategy across Pakistan,” he mentioned.
“This
collaborative approach will ensure a cohesive and coordinated effort to mitigate flood risks and protect the nation’s resources,” he added.
Chairman Ahmed Kamal also highlighted the success of the two major weather radars installed in Islamabad and Karachi after the 2022 floods.
“These state-of-the-art radars have been yielding impressive results during the current monsoon season, enabling the Federal Flood Commission (FFC) to make timely and accurate predictions,” he added.
“This advanced technology has significantly enhanced Pakistan’s weather forecasting capabilities, allowing for better preparedness and swift action to mitigate the impact of floods,” he concluded.
