*Citizens praised the timely actions of CDA Sanitation Department teams, who cleared rainwater from major roads within hours, restoring traffic flow.*

Islamabad (Staff Reporter) – Following heavy rain in Islamabad, citizens have commended the timely and effective measures taken by the Capital Development Authority (CDA). In particular, the CDA Sanitation Department teams ensured the immediate drainage of rainwater from major roads within hours, providing relief to citizens and helping restore normal traffic flow.

While residents of Islamabad were resting during the heavy rain throughout the night, the CDA Sanitation Department teams remained actively engaged in the field. The teams worked continuously to clear water from roads, remove debris, and keep key locations, including drainage grates, clean. As a result of their timely actions and ongoing field operations, citizens were able to start their morning commute smoothly and relatively safely.

The CDA Sanitation Department teams remained fully mobilized during the rain to ensure timely drainage, maintain traffic flow, and provide maximum relief to citizens.

The CDA Sanitation Department teams were deployed on major roads, drainage sites, underpasses, low-lying areas, and other sensitive locations. Special attention was given to removing debris and other obstacles that hindered the flow of rainwater, as well as cleaning drainage grates.

The situation of the rain was continuously monitored, while relevant officers and staff remained in the field, maintaining communication and taking immediate measures to address any situations arising from the heavy rain.

Thanks to the day-and-night efforts of the CDA Sanitation Department and drainage teams, the timely drainage of rainwater from roads and key locations was ensured, helping maintain traffic flow and reducing difficulties faced by citizens during the busy morning hours.

All relevant teams remain fully alert and continue to monitor sensitive locations and conduct field operations until the weather situation returns to normal.

The CDA has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety of citizens, timely drainage, road cleanliness, and traffic flow during heavy rain as one of its top priorities.

In case of emergencies, citizens can contact Rescue 1122, CDA emergency contact numbers 16 and 1334.

The CDA has also reaffirmed its commitment to utilizing all possible resources to provide timely relief to citizens and ensure a safe, clean, and accessible Islamabad, regardless of the weather conditions.