Pakistan, flash flood and Hundreds
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By Akhtar Soomro BUNER, Pakistan (Reuters) -Heavy rain in northwest Pakistan halted rescue and relief operations for several hours on Monday before resuming in the northwest region where flash floods have killed over 300 people since Friday,
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Heavier than usual rains and sudden cloudbursts during this monsoon season kill more than 300 people in recent days.
In just minutes, a torrent of water and rocks swept down on the village of Dalori, destroying at least 15 houses, damaging several others and killing nine people
China said on Monday it had not received reports of any Chinese casualties in the deadly floods that have swept across Pakistan since late last weekend, killing hundreds, leaving many missing, and displacing hundreds of thousands.
Pakistan is facing increased rainfall this month, raising concerns of flooding and landslides. The National Disaster Management Authority reported a death toll of 337 from recent floods, with northern regions severely affected.
Northern Pakistan faces devastating torrential rains, leading to flash floods that have claimed over 650 lives. Rescue operations are hindered by damaged infrastructure, exacerbating the crisis. Provincial efforts include extensive evacuation and rescue missions,