Light to heavy rains 'likely' in Karachi in next 24 hours
1. System of rain is still present in Karachi with the city expected to remain cloudy with strong winds, says PMD
As light showers continue in various parts of Karachi, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast that light to heavy rains are expected in the port city over the next 24 hours.
Areas such as Malir Halt, Defence, Korangi, Landhi, Quaidabad, and their surrounding regions have already experienced light rain.
According to the Met Office, the rain system remains active over Karachi, with the city expected to stay cloudy, accompanied by strong winds. The current temperature stands at 27°C, with a maximum temperature of 32°C predicted. The sea breeze is anticipated to blow at a speed of 15 to 25 kilometers per hour, while the humidity level is recorded at 88%.
In response to the rainy weather, the traffic police have issued safety advisories, particularly for motorcyclists, recommending they stick to the left side of the road. They also warned against sudden braking, as wet roads may become slippery.
"Drive at reduced speeds and maintain as much distance as possible from the vehicle in front," the traffic police stated in their advisory.
**Rains Wreak Havoc Across the Country**
Meanwhile, heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread devastation across various regions in Pakistan. At least eight people have lost their lives, and dozens have been injured in separate rain-related incidents.
The rains have severely affected areas including Rajanpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Toba Achakzai, Qilla Abdullah, Ziarat, Pishin, Chaman, Jacobabad, Sukkur, Khairpur, and others. Flash floods have damaged homes, crops, and infrastructure, with roads and bridges being washed away. In Balochistan, at least ten people were injured in incidents involving the collapse of roofs and boundary walls.
