Karachi on high alert as 100 mm rain forecast

KARACHI: The Meteorological Department has warned of the risk of urban flooding in Karachi today, predicting heavy to heavy rain.

According to meteorologists, 4 to 6 spells of rain are expected in the city today, with some places potentially receiving more than 100 mm of rain.

The Meteorological Department says that this is an unusual weather system that is entering Sindh from India in the form of a depression, and its path is also unclear and complex, due to which the intensity of the rain may vary in different areas.

In view of the heavy rains, there has been a fear of urban flooding in the city, while a flood situation also arose in the Malir River yesterday, which had been dry for a long time.

It should be remembered that intermittent light and heavy rains have been continuing in Karachi since yesterday, due to which complaints of water accumulation in low-lying areas have been received.

The Meteorological Department and the district administration have appealed to the citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from electric poles, bare wires, and places with deep water.

Citizens should contact rescue agencies immediately in case of any emergency.