The death toll climbed to more than 1,300 in Pakistan on Wednesday as the nation’s military and emergency services struggled to cope with the flood waters that have washed across the landscape.

The Pakistan Disaster Authority has confirmed 1,313 deaths, although officials say the number could reach 1,500.

The authority also said 1,588 people have been injured and 352,291 people have been rescued. More than 722,000 houses have been damaged.

The Pakistani military has 55 helicopters and 621 boats taking part in aid and rescue efforts.

The flooding, which has affected some 14 million people, started in the northwest and has threatened places as far south as the port city of Karachi.

(Source: CNN)