A flood warning issued in Karachi as heavy rains are forecast this week. Authorities urge residents to stay cautious and prepare for possible urban flooding.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning of flood warning issued in Karachi September 7 and 10, with the potential to inundate low-lying neighborhoods in Karachi and neighboring regions.Geo TV
A low-pressure system, currently intensifying over India’s Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, is steering strong monsoon currents into Sindh and eastern Punjab starting today.Geo TV The PMD specifically indicates rain in a long list of areas – including Sindh’s urban centers like Karachi as well as rural localities such as Tharparkar, Mirpurkhas, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Thatta, Badin, and others.Geo TV It cautions that heavy downpours could submerge several low-elevation zones across multiple districts.Geo TV
At the same time, several districts in Balochistan are expected to see rainfall. In Punjab, meanwhile, multiple districts—including Islamabad and Rawalpindi—are forecasted to receive rain from September 6 through 8, which could exacerbate flooding risks in already vulnerable areas and overflow seasonal waterways (nullahs).Geo TV
Separately, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has raised the alert level in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir, warning of landslides. Heavy showers are anticipated in regions such as Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, Bagh, Poonch, and Sudhnoti—placing areas like the Karakoram Highway and several critical mountain roads at risk. The NDMA has activated its National Emergencies Operation Centre for continuous monitoring.Geo TV
Safety Precautions for Karachi Residents Amid flood warning issued in Karachi
Authorities urge citizens to stay alert and follow essential safety steps during the heavy rain spell:
- Avoid unnecessary travel – Stay off flooded roads and low-lying routes.
- Stay indoors when possible – Protect yourself and your family from lightning, falling trees, and slippery conditions.
- Keep emergency kits ready – Stock drinking water, dry food, flashlights, and first-aid supplies.
- Disconnect electrical appliances – Minimize electrocution risks during waterlogging.
- Secure valuables – Move important documents and electronics to higher places.
- Follow official updates – Monitor NDMA, PMD, and local administration alerts regularly.
- Help the vulnerable – Assist elderly neighbors, children, and those with special needs.
These measures can significantly reduce risks and help communities stay resilient during the flood warning issued in Karachi and expected heavy rain .
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