Karachi Faces Severe Flooding, Death Toll Reaches Eight Amid Torrential Rains

Karachi has been severely impacted by heavy monsoon rains, causing widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and disruptions to daily life and travel. The Meteorological Department has forecast continued heavy rain and gusty winds, raising concerns about urban flooding and further strain on the city's fragile drainage system. The torrential downpours have resulted in multiple fatalities, with the death toll reaching eight, and prompted the government to declare public holidays and close educational institutions. Flooded roads, waterlogged underpasses, and broken infrastructure have left commuters stranded and paralyzed transport routes, while Jinnah International Airport faced significant flight delays and cancellations. City officials and rescue teams are actively engaged in relief efforts, but the ongoing rains have overwhelmed Karachi’s infrastructure, disrupting power, mobile services, and industrial operations. Residents have been urged to avoid unnecessary travel and stay indoors as the monsoon system persists, though it is expected to weaken by Friday morning.