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Express Tribune
10 hours ago
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Khanpur Dam storage drops to critical level
A view of Khanpur Dam, which is a major source of drinking and irrigation water (right). PHOTOS: MUHAMMAD SADAQAT/FILE The water level at Khanpur Dam has dropped to just 9.67 feet above dead level, raising alarms about a looming crisis in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. The dam now resembles a pond, with water levels falling from 1982 feet to 1919 feetjust 9 feet above the dead level of 1910 feet. According to an official, water supply for irrigation to Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has already been suspended. Presently, Islamabad's CDA and Rawalpindi are receiving only 50 cusecs of water, which is also at risk of being halted. The dam's current inflow is 25 cusecs, while the outflow stands at 103 cusecs. Experts warn that if rains do not arrive soon, the decreasing water levels could lead to a severe drinking water crisis, impact aquatic life, and devastate agriculture in the surrounding areas. Orchards and canals in the Khanpur region have already dried up. In the event of prolonged drought, millions of residents in the twin cities could lose access to drinking water, and tourism in the Khanpur area may take a significant hit. During the three days of Eid, over 200,000 tourists visited the dam, with more than 50,000 vehicles arriving at the site, generating substantial revenue through parking fees. However, if the situation worsens, water-related activities and local employment tied to tourism could collapse.
New Paper
2 days ago
- Health
- New Paper
2 Zika cases in Woodlands; NEA says surveillance suggests persistent virus signals in the area
Two local Zika cases have been confirmed at Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32, said the National Environment Agency in conjunction with the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA), in a Facebook post dated June 19. Following each case notification, NEA commenced wastewater and mosquito surveillance surrounding the residential areas. The agency added that enhanced surveillance has revealed persistent Zika virus signals in the area, which suggests that this is an area with likely Zika transmission. Those who show symptoms suggestive of Zika infections should see a doctor early, to be diagnosed and managed accordingly, advised the NEA. To find out more about Zika cases, one can go to They can also go to CDA's webpage ( for Zika symptoms, prevention and treatment options.
The Star
2 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Singapore confirms two Zika cases in Woodlands
The NEA has commenced wastewater and mosquito surveillance in the area. - Photo: ST SINGAPORE: (Bernama) Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on Thursday (June 19) confirmed two local Zika cases at Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32. In a Facebook post, the NEA said it has commenced wastewater and mosquito surveillance in the surrounding residential areas following each case notification. "This enhanced surveillance has revealed persistent Zika virus signals in the area, which suggests that this is an area with likely Zika transmission,' it said. The NEA advised residents in the area, especially pregnant women, to protect themselves from mosquito bites and to monitor their health closely. "Persons showing symptoms suggestive of Zika infections should see a doctor early, to be diagnosed and managed accordingly,' the NEA added. Zika virus infection is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the Zika virus. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. In a separate post, the CDA said symptoms of Zika include rashes, fever, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, and conjunctivitis (red eye). Infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects in the foetus, including neurological complications and microcephaly, where the baby's head is much smaller than expected, the CDA said on its website. - Bernama
Daily Express
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Express
Singapore confirms two Zika cases in Woodlands
Published on: Thursday, June 19, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 19, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Zika virus infection is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the Zika virus. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. SINGAPORE: Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on Thursday confirmed two local Zika cases at Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32. In a Facebook post, the NEA said it has commenced wastewater and mosquito surveillance in the surrounding residential areas following each case notification. Advertisement 'This enhanced surveillance has revealed persistent Zika virus signals in the area, which suggests that this is an area with likely Zika transmission,' it said. The NEA advised residents in the area, especially pregnant women, to protect themselves from mosquito bites and to monitor their health closely. 'Persons showing symptoms suggestive of Zika infections should see a doctor early, to be diagnosed and managed accordingly,' the NEA added. Zika virus infection is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the Zika virus. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. In a separate post, the CDA said symptoms of Zika include rashes, fever, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, and conjunctivitis (red eye). Infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects in the foetus, including neurological complications and microcephaly, where the baby's head is much smaller than expected, the CDA said on its website.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Two local Zika cases confirmed in Woodlands, Singapore
SINGAPORE: Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) and the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on Thursday confirmed two local Zika cases at Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32. In a Facebook post, the NEA said it has commenced wastewater and mosquito surveillance in the surrounding residential areas following each case notification. 'This enhanced surveillance has revealed persistent Zika virus signals in the area, which suggests that this is an area with likely Zika transmission,' it said. The NEA advised residents in the area, especially pregnant women, to protect themselves from mosquito bites and to monitor their health closely. 'Persons showing symptoms suggestive of Zika infections should see a doctor early, to be diagnosed and managed accordingly,' the NEA added. Zika virus infection is a mosquito-borne disease caused by the Zika virus. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. In a separate post, the CDA said symptoms of Zika include rashes, fever, joint pain, muscle pain, headache, and conjunctivitis (red eye). Infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects in the foetus, including neurological complications and microcephaly, where the baby's head is much smaller than expected, the CDA said on its website.
