Karachi mayor declares rain emergency as heavy showers lash city

KARACHI – On the directives of Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab, a rain emergency has been declared in Karachi after heavy showers began hitting parts of the metropolis on Tuesday morning, in line with forecasts from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).

In response to the situation, Mayor Wahab cancelled all municipal staff leave and directed officials to remain in the field to ensure uninterrupted drainage and timely clearance of rainwater.

He further warned that strict action would be taken against negligence, delays in response, or public complaints regarding civic services.

Asserting his personal oversight, the mayor said he and his team were present on the roads to monitor the situation in real time and ensure better arrangements for citizens during the downpour.

Menawhile, The Pakistan Meteorological Department has released rainfall data for various areas of Karachi following this morning’s showers.

The highest rainfall recorded so far is 36 millimeters in Saadi Town, while other areas reported include Gulshan-e-Mimar with 33 millimeters, Nazimabad with 26 millimeters, Surjani Town with 12 millimeters, Masroor Base with 11 millimeters, and Korangi with 5 millimeters.

Additionally, University Road saw 4 millimeters of rain, with 3 millimeters recorded in Gulshan-e-Hadeed and DHA, 2 millimeters in Orangi Town, and 1 millimeter each in Faisal Base and North Karachi.

Weather experts anticipate humid conditions and a cloudy sky over the next 24 hours, with humidity levels expected to range between 60 and 85 percent.

Intermittent rainfall continues to affect various areas of Karachi, resulting in water accumulation on several roads and disrupting traffic flow.