Pakistan floods death toll rises to 15

Torrential rains have claimed seven more lives in northwestern Pakistan, bringing the death toll from this week's flash floods to 15.

Up to 100 mud houses were also destroyed and dozens of cattle perished in two villages near Peshawar as monsoon rains lashed North West Frontier Province.

Army and police teams engaged in rescue operations have distributed food and tents as floodwater and landslides cut roads and other communication links and damaged crops in the area.

Floods in the region are relatively common during the monsoon season which usually runs through July and August.

Residents in affected areas have complained the authorities made no advance arrangements to prevent losses from the flood waters.

AFP