Floods in Pakistan have caused widespread devastation. A recent cloudburst in Buner, Swat triggered massive flash flooding in several areas of Swat. Around 450 people were swept away overnight following the cloudburst. Today, Swabi is also facing severe flooding after a recent cloudburst, a consequence of climate change. The weather department has predicted heavy rains in Punjab and Sindh, which may lead to further flooding.
In Swat, around 450 people lost their lives in the floods. However, a wise principal in Swat saved the lives of 900 children through his timely decision. Saeed Ahmed, upon arriving at the school, sensed the danger and immediately announced a holiday and evacuated the premises. Just a few hours later, the entire school building was swept away. The principal said he had first experienced the similar weather conditions in 1995, which also caused heavy flooding.
School principal Saeed Ahmed is receive praise and acknowledgement on social media for timely taking a wise decision which saved 900 precious lives. One Facebook user wrote, “Those who save one person’s life, save the whole humanity, Sir! You have earned Jannah by saving precious lives”. Another wrote, “He should be given Tamgha e Imtiaz, instead of the corrupt journalists and other people”. Another said, “He should be given a presidential award but sadly he is not a CSS officer” Another person said, “Such people are the protectors of the nation, they should be rewarded and respected” One netizen stated, “People like him doesn’t need Tamgha e Imtiaz or government validation because Allah is enough for them”. Many others are also giving heartfelt tributes. Read the comments:
