Karachi Under Water: 145mm of Rain Submerges City, Chaos Ensues

600 Feeders Down: How Karachi's Rain Turned the City of Lights into the City of Darkness

  

                                                                   Karachi 145 mm rain record                                                                                                                                                                                                                 The Monsoons Arrive: Karachi Submerged in Heavy Rain

Karachi, the city of lights, has once again been battered by heavy monsoon rains, leading to widespread urban flooding and a city-wide emergency. The downpour, which began with force and continued intermittently, has left many of Karachi's major thoroughfares and low-lying areas submerged in rainwater.

How Much Rain Did Karachi Get Today?

According to data from the Meteorological Department, different parts of the city received varying amounts of rainfall, with some areas experiencing a significant deluge. Gulshan-e-Hadeed recorded the heaviest rainfall at 145 mm, followed by the old area of Karachi Airport with 138 mm. Other key areas and their rainfall amounts include:

• Keamari: 137 mm

• Jinnah Terminal: 135 mm

• University Road: 132 mm

• DHA Phase VII: 121 mm

• PAF Faisal Base (Shahrah-e-Faisal): 114 mm

• Surjani Town: 111 mm

• North Karachi: 108 mm

• Korangi: 97 mm

• Nazimabad: 92 mm

• Orangi Town: 66 mm

Karachi Rain Situation: A City in Chaos

The intense rainfall has created a precarious situation for the citizens of Karachi. The city's drainage system has been overwhelmed, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic paralysis. Major arteries like Shahrah-e-Faisal, Hasan Square, and Nipa Chowrangi were reported to be heavily waterlogged, bringing traffic to a standstill and causing immense difficulty for commuters.

Beyond traffic woes, the rain has resulted in a humanitarian crisis. Reports of casualties have emerged due to wall collapses, and widespread power outages have plunged many neighborhoods into darkness. Over 600 feeders tripped across the city, leaving areas like North Karachi, Liaquatabad, Korangi, and Landhi without electricity for hours. In response to the dire situation, the Sindh government has declared a rain emergency and announced the closure of all public and private schools for tomorrow.

What's Next?

Meteorologists have forecasted more heavy downpours in the coming days, and authorities are on high alert. Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has instructed all concerned departments, including rescue services and administration, to remain mobilized to prevent further urban flooding and provide relief to the affected population.

While the rain brings a temporary respite from the sweltering heat, it highlights the persistent challenges Karachi faces with its infrastructure. The city's resilience is once again being tested as residents and authorities work to navigate the ongoing crisis. Stay safe, stay informed, and avoid unnecessary travel until the situation improves.