Karachi Schools Closed Amid Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings
Karachi Schools and Colleges Closed Amid Heavy Rain and Flood Risk
Karachi – The Commissioner Karachi has announced the closure of all public and private schools, colleges, and educational institutions across the city due to severe weather conditions.
The decision comes following a warning from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), which has forecast more heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms in the coming days. The notification has been shared with the Chief Secretary of Sindh, the Governor’s House, the Chief Minister’s House, and the relevant education departments to ensure compliance.
The PMD has issued a severe weather alert for Karachi as heavy to very heavy rainfall continues, raising the risk of urban flooding until September 10, 2025, as a strong monsoon system moves over Sindh.
On Tuesday, September 9, widespread rainfall was reported across Karachi, including areas such as Metroville, SITE, Baldia, Mauripur, Defence, Korangi Road, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Burns Road, and MA Jinnah Road. The PMD recorded a maximum temperature of 34°C, humidity at 91%, and winds at 11 km/h. Meteorologists predict that rainfall will continue through Wednesday, with some areas possibly receiving more than 100 mm of rain along with thunder and lightning.
The extreme weather is being driven by a deep depression that originated in Madhya Pradesh, India, and has moved into Rajasthan and southeastern Sindh. This system has strengthened monsoon currents, resulting in heavy rainfall across Sindh, including Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpur Khas, and Hyderabad. Nagarparkar received 80 mm of rain and Mithi 51 mm on Sunday, highlighting the system’s intensity.
Authorities have warned residents of the risk of urban flooding, especially in low-lying areas where Karachi’s drainage system struggles. The Malir River, usually dry, experienced flash flooding on Monday, raising concerns about waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and interruptions to public services. The PMD has advised people to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from electric poles and exposed wires, and contact emergency services if needed.
In response, Jinnah Sindh Medical University postponed all exams scheduled for September 9 and moved classes online to ensure the safety of students and staff. Local authorities remain on high alert, closely monitoring the situation and urging citizens to follow official updates.
The PMD predicts that the heavy rainfall is likely to ease after September 10, but residents are advised to remain cautious as the monsoon system may continue to cause disruptions.
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