More rain forecast for Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, Aug. 10 (UPI) -- Pakistan's Meteorological Department warned the nation Tuesday to expect more heavy rain in the next few days adding to an already desperate situation.

Torrential rains and flooding that began in the northwest are now threatening places as far south as the port city of Karachi, CNN reported.

The United Nations said nearly 14 million people have been affected by the worst natural disaster in Pakistan's recent history.

Heavy downpours last weekend worsened conditions as aid agencies increased their efforts to help victims.

The number of people confirmed dead rose to 1,203 across the country with another 1,317 listed as injured, the Pakistan Disaster Authority said.

Spokesman Ahmed Kamal said 288,000 homes have been destroyed or seriously damaged.

Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani said Pakistan would send delegations of politicians to various countries to seek financial aid and support for flood victims, Pakistani newspaper Dawn reported Tuesday.

"The devastation is too big and the government alone cannot meet this challenge," Gilani said.