Eight People Dead As Karachi Faces Heavy Monsoon Rains
Heavy Monsoon Rains Trigger Fatalities, Urban Flooding, Lightning Strikes, And Nationwide Weather Alerts Across Pakistan
Sindh-(Special Correspondent / Web Desk)
Heavy monsoon rains have wreaked havoc across Karachi, claiming at least eight lives in multiple rain-related incidents. The Meteorological Department warns that showers are expected to continue, causing further urban flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas.
A 65-year-old man, Muhammad Ishaq, died from electrocution in North Karachi. In Gulistan-e-Jauhar, a wall collapse killed a woman and three children. In Orangi Town, an eight-year-old boy, Abdullah, lost his life in a similar incident, while a 24-year-old man was electrocuted in DHA Phase 6. Another man, 28, died in a petrol pump fire in Malir.
Rainfall spread beyond Karachi, reaching Tando Allahyar, Thatta, Gharo, Gaju, Sakro, Hyderabad, Matiari, Matli, and Talhar. Karachi recorded more than 100 mm of rain, with Gulshan-e-Hadeed receiving the highest at 145 mm. Other areas like Kemari, Jinnah Terminal, and Old Airport also saw heavy rainfall, while Orangi Town recorded the lowest at 66.2 mm.
The downpour turned streets and low-lying neighbourhoods into ponds. Many feeders tripped, causing power suspensions across the city. A school van in Nazimabad got stuck in a ditch, but children were safely rescued.
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Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah has ordered all relevant agencies to remain alert. He emphasised monitoring drains and nullahs, keeping machinery ready, and ensuring staff mobilisation for quick response. The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from electric poles, and remain safe during heavy showers.
In Thar, three people died due to lightning strikes. NDMA has issued a nationwide alert warning of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides in Punjab, KP, Balochistan, and northern regions over the next 12–24 hours. Local administrations are monitoring vulnerable areas and urging caution.
Punjab is also on alert for monsoon rains over the next 48 hours, with expected showers in Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Lahore, and several other districts. Authorities have warned of possible urban flooding, flash floods, and rising river levels, advising the public to stay indoors and avoid travel in low-lying areas.
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