Heavy rain wreaks havoc on Karachi's infrastructure

City witnesses rainfall ranging from 2 millimeters to 58 millimeters across different parts

Karachi faced a chaotic situation following the onset of monsoon rains, as several areas reported waterlogging due to overflowing gutters on Tuesday. This led to severe disruptions in traffic flow, with long queues of vehicles forming on various thoroughfares.

As reported by Express News, Karachi witnessed rainfall ranging from 2 millimeters to 58 millimeters across different parts of the city.

Despite significant rainfall, municipal representatives were notably absent, leaving residents to contend with familiar scenes of water accumulation in low-lying areas.

Areas like Guru Mandir, MA Jinnah Road, Hassan Square, Liaquatabad No. 10, Korangi Expressway, and Federal B Area witnessed waterlogging, affecting local businesses and residents.

Similarly, Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 13-D, Lyari, and old city areas also reported water accumulation.

The downpour severely disrupted the city's major roads, causing extensive traffic jams compounded by flooded streets in residential areas.

Key arteries such as Shahrah-e-Faisal, Shahrah-e-Pakistan, MA Jinnah Road, Korangi Road, and others were particularly affected, resulting in hours-long delays for commuters.

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Traffic police were also absent from duty stations, where they typically manage heavy traffic flows daily. This absence exacerbated the chaotic situation, forcing residents to endure prolonged travel times.

In addition to traffic disruptions, Karachi also suffered from widespread power outages as more than three hundred feeders tripped due to the heavy rainfall.

The power supply interruptions added to the woes of residents already grappling with the aftermath of torrential rains.

The city administration and various civic bodies, including Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Sindh Solid Waste Management Board, Water Board, Commissioner Karachi, and Deputy Commissioners, have yet to take visible actions to alleviate the situation.

Despite claims by authorities, the situation on the ground paints a starkly different picture of the city's preparedness and response to monsoon challenges.

Karachiites, accustomed to such weather events, faced severe difficulties in their daily commute amid flooded streets and malfunctioning infrastructure.

As the monsoon season progresses, residents brace themselves for potential further disruptions while hoping for swift action from authorities to mitigate the impact of heavy rains on city life.