KARACHI, Pakistan: Heavy rainfall returned to parts of Karachi on Sunday evening, sparking renewed fears of urban flooding across the metropolis. Areas including Bahria Town, Liaquatabad, FB Area, North Karachi, North Nazimabad, Scheme-33, Gulshan-i-Hadeed, and sections of the M-9 motorway reported fresh showers as clouds tightened their grip over the city.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the spell will persist until September 11, bringing rain, wind and thunderstorms, with certain localities likely to witness moderate to heavy downpours. Low-lying areas remain particularly at risk of waterlogging and overflow, a recurring nightmare for Karachiites during monsoon season.
The Early Warning Centre has further cautioned that a deep low-pressure system over India’s Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh is feeding intense monsoon currents into Sindh. As a result, not only Karachi but also Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Khairpur and adjoining districts could see widespread rainfall and possible flash floods until September 10.
Karachi’s fragile drainage system, already overstretched, raises the spectre of clogged streets, traffic chaos and prolonged power outages should the rainfall intensify. For residents, the fear is not just of getting drenched but of being submerged — a crisis the city has faced repeatedly in recent years.
Authorities have been urged to activate emergency response units, clear clogged nullahs, and ensure backup plans for electricity and essential services. Meanwhile, citizens are advised to avoid unnecessary movement in flood-prone areas and stay tuned to official weather alerts.
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