Karachi braces for new monsoon spell from next week

Karachi’s sweltering heatwave has finally subsided, bringing much-needed relief to the city’s residents as a low-pressure system shifted from Indian Gujarat to Oman.

Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfraz reports that typical July weather has returned to Karachi, with light rain and drizzle expected tonight. He stated that the weather would remain cloudy in the coming days.

“The weather is expected to remain cloudy, with a possibility of light rain and drizzle in the evening and night,” he reported.

The sea breeze, which was previously suspended due to the low air pressure in Gujarat, has now been fully restored in the port city.

Furthermore, another spell of monsoon rains is anticipated to hit Karachi from July 30, prompting residents to prepare for potential heavy rainfall.

Earlier, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Sindh issued warnings about possible flash floods in various areas due to the upcoming monsoon rains.

The PDMA has advised the public to be cautious of loose structures like billboards, electrical poles, solar panels, hoardings, and under-construction buildings during the rains.

Heavy rainfall could also cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of Sindh during this period.

Additionally, the PDMA Sindh has warned that the monsoon rains, expected from July 21 to July 27, could generate flash or urban flooding in municipalities, local nullahs, streams, and river tributaries.

The PDMA has urged the public to follow government-issued guidelines and contact their helpline at 1129 in case of emergencies to ensure safety during the monsoon season.