Karachi authorities declare emergency as westerly wave brings rainfall to city, nearby areas - Pakistan
Karachi authorities declared a rain emergency as heavy rainfall caused flooding and traffic issues across the city. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported widespread rainfall with varying intensities, including Bahria Town receiving the highest amount of 20.5 mm. The Sindh government urged citizens to exercise caution during the rainy weather, while the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) established emergency centers and urged residents to avoid weak buildings. The Karachi Commissioner activated measures to deal with the rainfall, deploying staff from various institutions including the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) and the Sindh Solid Waste Management Board (SSWMB).
2 APR 2026
— The Dawn
Heavy rain in Karachi led to a building collapse, resulting in one fatality and prompting emergency measures from city and provincial authorities.
— The Dawn
Heavy rainfall in Karachi resulted in four fatalities, including a man electrocuted and another from a collapsed building, prompting emergency declarations and warnings.
— The Dawn
Heavy rainfall in Karachi caused four fatalities, including electrocution and building collapse, prompting emergency declarations and infrastructure improvements.
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