LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar on Friday ordered the authorities to take effective measures for prevention of urban flooding.

The CM directed the administration to remain on high alert and monitor seasonal nullahs, drains and water channels 24 hours. Water and Sanitation Agencies (WASAs) and local bodies must take advance steps to combat the situation, he said.

Usman Buzdar said, “Provision of all resources including equipments and machinery must be ensured. I will take strict action if streets and markets are inundated.”