Karachi Floods: Governor Sindh and Red Crescent Respond as Rain Wreaks Havoc
Karachi, Pakistan – Persistent rains over the past two days have thrown Karachi into chaos, submerging low-lying areas and raising water levels in the Malir and Lyari rivers. The floods have caused widespread disruption, forcing residents to evacuate their homes and leading to major traffic jams across the city.
Governor Sindh Kamran Tessori has directed that the emergency cell be monitored 24 hours a day by additional secretaries and deputy secretaries. He urged rain-affected residents to contact 1366 for assistance, assuring that “every possible help will be provided.”
In response to the worsening situation, Governor Tessori also spoke with the Chairman of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) regarding food and medical aid in the province. The Red Crescent has been actively providing ambulances and medical services in multiple areas of Karachi, including the Old City, Korangi Crossing, Nagan Chowrangi, and KDA. Volunteers are also assisting communities in several other districts, including Hyderabad. The Governor instructed the Red Crescent to deploy all available resources and medical expertise to the flood-affected areas.
Weather and Flood Situation
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), intermittent showers, ranging from light to heavy, have flooded major roads and neighborhoods, severely impacting daily life. Meteorologist Anjum Nazir Zia explained that the depression causing the rain is expected to weaken today, becoming a “well-marked low-pressure area” by Thursday and moving toward the Arabian Sea.
The heavy rainfall has increased water flow in suburban rivers, such as Mol, Khadeji, and Jaranda, which feed into the Malir River. Rising water levels in the Malir and Lyari rivers have breached residential zones, particularly affecting communities along the Malir River.
Traffic and Infrastructure Disruptions
Karachi’s roads have been badly affected by flooding. Key routes, such as Shahrah-e-Faisal, Korangi, Qayyumabad, and Korangi Crossing, are waterlogged, resulting in severe delays. Areas near the Stadium, Civic Center, NIPA Chowrangi, North Karachi, Expo Center, Kala Pul, and Gora Qabristan are also heavily congested. Traffic authorities reported serious flooding at the Star Gate stop on Shahrah-e-Faisal.
The Thaddo Dam has overflowed due to the heavy rain, submerging parts of the Super Highway and halting traffic between Karachi and Hyderabad. The National Highways and Motorway Police confirmed that water had affected the M9 Motorway, though authorities have reopened the route as water levels gradually receded.
The city braces for more rain in the coming days, with PMD forecasting further thunderstorms and heavy downpours on Wednesday. Residents are advised to remain cautious and follow official instructions to stay safe.
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