BREAKING NEWS (Karachi School Shutdown Amidst ‘Unstoppable Monsoon Surge’: Tuesday to Make Way for Caution—August-19-2025):
KARACHI: In response to an unstoppable monsoon surge, all public and private schools across the metropolis are ordered closed tomorrow (Wednesday), announced Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Memon on Tuesday Geo News.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warns that the next two days are critical, with more heavy downpours expected, even after the current devastating spell Geo NewsThe News International.
With major roads still submerged, many children remain stranded, unable to return home even after several hours—causing distress for both students and parents Geo NewsThe News International.
Vital thoroughfares—Sharea Faisal and University Road—remain flooded and impassable, while inner-city streets are also under water, with levels rising to several feet in parts of the city Geo NewsThe News International.
The urban flooding has effectively paralyzed Karachi, disrupting business activities, inundating roads, and causing widespread power outages Geo NewsThe News International.
In light of these disruptions, authorities strongly urge the public to refrain from unnecessary travel, especially as areas like Malir remain perilously waterlogged—echoing scenes from the catastrophic 2022 monsoon Geo NewsThe News International
Summary for Karachi Monsoon Surge:
- All public and private schools in Karachi will remain closed on Wednesday following heavy rains.
- The closure decision came after an unstoppable monsoon surge that inundated major roads.
- Many children were stranded for hours on Tuesday as waterlogged streets blocked return journeys.
- Key roads such as Sharea Faisal and University Road remain submerged, with water rising several feet in some localities.
- The urban flooding has paralyzed city life, disrupting traffic, businesses, and causing power outages.
- Authorities warn residents to avoid unnecessary travel, stressing that more heavy rainfall is expected in the next two days.
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