The Pakistan Army has launched a massive rescue and relief operation in the Aliot area of Murree after landslides and rock slides triggered by heavy rains. Accidents caused by severe weather conditions pose an immediate threat to the lives and property of the surrounding community.
Unremitting efforts of the Pakistan Army and the 1122 Rescue and Highways Division are focused on clearing the debris that is now blocking important roads.
A joint operation to clear the road was launched yesterday following an urgent appeal from local residents and the dire situation.
As a result of these tireless efforts, the Murree Kohala Road was opened to facilitate one-way traffic amid work to remove dangerous rocks that crossed the road.
Pakistan Army Engineers and 1122 Road and Rescue Department personnel are working diligently to ensure safe restoration of critical traffic routes.
Assurances from the Pakistan Army and rescue sources confirmed that the most difficult task of repairing the road and removing dangerous obstacles would be completed tonight.
