Four killed as downpour submerges entire Karachi, plays havoc with infrastructure

(Web Desk): Atleast four killed due to heavy rain in Karachi and power outages have occurred in various areas of the city.

Authorities have advised people to avoid commuting, as many returning from work and school remain stranded with water rising several feet in areas, including Malir — a situation reminiscent of the devastating 2022 rains.

Intermittent rainfall has been continuing in different parts of the city since morning, leading to electricity suspension in areas such as Keamari, Mauripur, SITE Area, and Numaish, among others.

According to a K-Electric spokesperson, power may be temporarily shut down in low-lying areas as a safety precaution. K-Electric is monitoring the situation closely, and field staff is on alert.

Rainfall early in the morning made the weather pleasant in Karachi.

The spokesperson added that reports of rain are being received from several parts of the city, and citizens are advised to exercise caution while using electrical appliances during strong winds and rainfall.

As per the spokesperson, K-Electric’s leadership and staff are actively engaged in monitoring the situation, and power supply is continuing uninterrupted from over 1,750 out of 2,100 feeders.