The death toll from rain-related incidents and flash floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has surged to 18, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department.The ongoing monsoon spell, which began on July 19, is expected to last until July 23.Four people died in a roof collapse in Upper South Waziristan, where a family of four was buried under debris.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) reported 14 deaths and 19 injuries since July 19, with 22 houses partially damaged and six completely destroyed.Water levels in rivers and streams are normal, but authorities urge vigilance.Landslides have blocked the Wana-Gomal Zam Road, disrupting trade and communication in Lower South Waziristan.Flash floods have damaged agricultural land, and residents call for urgent road repairs.Tribal elders urge the government to prioritize road reconstruction, citing long-standing neglect.High flows in Tanai and Spin streams have also caused localized flooding.