Pakistan, July 10 -- A powerful 8-hour rain spell dropped 136 millimeters of rain in Lahore on Thursday, causing widespread urban flooding, damage to homes, and the death of two people, including a young girl.

According to local media, heavy downpours severely affected areas including Nishtar Town, Iqbal Town, Samanabad, Gulberg, Johar Town, and several others. Major roads were submerged, and traffic came to a standstill. Commuters were seen pushing stranded cars and motorcycles through deep water.

In P&T Colony, a wall of the LOS drain collapsed, flooding homes with sewage water and damaging household belongings. Residents pleaded for help from authorities but received little response. Meanwhile, Jinnah Hospital also faced challenges, ...