BREAKING NEWS (Heavy Karachi Rain Takes 3 Lives—September-9-2025):
Relentless heavy Karachi rain triggered widespread flooding across the city, claiming the lives of at least three people and leaving several others unaccounted for. The downpour submerged neighborhoods and roadways, virtually bringing Karachi to a standstill as urban life was paralyzed by floodwaters. Meanwhile, the monsoon system—descending on the city as a depression roughly 60 kilometers west—continues to unload rain but is expected to ease shortly as it drifts toward the Balochistan coast Geo News.
Surjani Town endured the highest rainfall at a staggering 129.6 mm, followed by North Karachi with 72 mm, Korangi with 71 mm, and Defence Phase VII at 70 mm. Other areas including Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Nazimabad, PAF Faisal Base, and Saadi Town also recorded significant precipitation, exacerbating ongoing waterlogging Geo News.
Flash floods caused by runoff overflowed the Thado Dam, which sent torrents down into flood-prone streams and low-lying settlements. The Lyari and Malir rivers swelled beyond their banks, inundating nearby routes and communities. Korangi Causeway was shut due to strong currents, while rescue teams pulled trapped residents from flooded areas including parts of Gulshan-e-Iqbal Geo News.
Cumulatively, over 350 residents have been evacuated, with two bodies recovered. The combined efforts of Rescue 1122, district officials, and Army units helped bring families to safer ground Geo News.
Summary:
- Heavy Karachi rain left at least 3 citizens dead and several injured.
- Surjani Town recorded the highest rainfall at 129.6 mm.
- Lyari and Malir rivers overflowed, flooding nearby settlements.
- Over 350 residents evacuated by rescue teams and Army units.
- Korangi Causeway shut due to dangerous currents.
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