The AI Storm Drowning Pakistan
Millions of Pakistanis affected by floods are turning to social media for help, but instead, they’re finding AI-generated lies.
The climate crisis in Pakistan has worsened over the years, becoming the new norm, with floods impacting cities, livelihoods, and homes of millions of people.
In 2025, Pakistan experienced devastating floods, affecting an estimated 4.2 million people in Punjab, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA).
As the floodwaters rose, a parallel crisis emerged online.
Millions of Pakistanis affected by floods are turning to social media for help. Instead, they’re finding AI-generated lies.
Author's summary: AI-generated lies spread on social media amidst Pakistan's flood crisis.