National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has handed over some 500 filled oxygen cylinders to Gilgit-Baltistan government to cope with fourth wave of COVID-19 pandemic.

According to NDMA spokesman, some 500 more cylinders, 30 ventilators and 15 oxygen concentrators would be provided to GB for meeting emergencies.

He said the Corona cases are ere on the rise in Gilgit-Baltistan and road closures are also feared during the monsoon.

Source: Radio Pakistan