Floods Devastate Pakistan Amid Climate Change ChallengesCEFR B1
2 Sept 2025
Adapted from Rezwan, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by KHAWAJA UMER FAROOQ, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
In August 2025, Pakistan experienced devastating floods, resulting in the deaths of over 800 people and the destruction of thousands of homes. The floods were intensified by a series of heavy rains and the opening of dam floodgates in India, following heavy rainfall in northern India. This situation has left entire villages isolated and further exacerbated ongoing infrastructure issues.
Experts are pointing to climate change as a key driver, explaining that rising temperatures are causing glaciers in the region to melt at alarming rates. This leads to increased risks of glacier lake outburst floods (GLOFs) and flash floods.
To address these challenges, projects are being implemented to improve early warning systems and prepare communities for future disasters. The ongoing issue requires more significant preparation and resources at all levels of government.
Difficult words
- flood — A large amount of water covering land.floods, floodgates
- devastate — To cause a lot of damage or destruction.devastating
- infrastructure — The basic systems and services needed for a country.
- climate — The typical weather in a certain area.
- disaster — A sudden event causing great damage or suffering.disasters
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Discussion questions
- How can communities better prepare for future floods?
- What role does climate change play in natural disasters?
- Why is improving early warning systems important?
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