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A Pakistani journalist has been praised for his commitment to “in-depth” reporting after he was filmed with flood waters reaching up to his neck.

Azadar Hussain was almost entirely submerged in water as he spoke from Pakistan's Punjab province to illustrate how heavy rains had lashed the region.

Footage of his live report for Pakistan’s GTV was posted on social media, where many praised his creativity while others expressed concern for his safety.

“This is what I call reporting on a whole new level,” commented one person.

“Journalist of the year,” tweeted another.

However another added: “Safety first! This sort of reporting for publicity is stupid and dangerous.".

The country has been hit by torrential rains and flash flooding in recent days, with at least 28 people killed, including children, according to local media.

At least eight people, including an 11-year-old girl, lost their lives due to electrocution as heavy rain lashed Karachi and other parts of Sindh on Tuesday.

Floods and landslides are common occurrences during South Asia's monsoon season between July and September, and lead to casualties as well as significant material damages.

Pakistan’s Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a river and urban flood warning last Thursday as the weather wreaked havoc across several cities.

According to local media reports, a woman and her one-year-old child drowned when rainwater gushed into the basement of their house in Islamabad.

A lawyer lost his life after he was swept away by the strong water currents in Lai Nullah stream in Rawalpindi, a city adjacent to Islamabad.

Two members of one family in eastern Lahore were also reportedly killed when the roof of their house collapsed.

According to the National Disaster Management Authority, rescue teams are working in the affected areas, while rescue squads from the Pakistani army are also helping to deal with the crisis.