PHF in forefront to help vulnerable to climate change

NHT REPORT
ISLAMABAD, August 22: World Humanitarian Day, commemorated every year to advocate for the survival, well-being, and dignity of people affected by crises. This year World Humanitarian Day was celebrated at a crucial time, especially in the countries that are suffering from the visible impact of climate change. The monsoon emergency and the post-COVID-19 situation in many South Asian countries are giving a very tough time. Pakistan is on the top list of those countries that are quite vulnerable to climate change.
Pakistan Humanitarian Forum along with its member organizations is always at the forefront to provide support in any kind of humanitarian crisis in the country.
This year, unlike recent years, devastating monsoon floods gave a stark reminder that Pakistan is bearing the consequences of the climate emergency. Increased casualty rate, economic losses, and damage to infrastructure and livelihood causing a huge impact on vulnerable populations calls for an immediate yet coordinated humanitarian relief and response. According to the latest statistics, over 1 million people are badly affected by heavy rains and floods in Pakistan, mostly in Sindh (436,000 people), Balochistan (360,000 people).