Karachi woke up under water as record-breaking rain turned its streets into rivers and neighborhoods into lakes. 🏙️🌧️ Local authorities confirmed that at least 11 people were killed and 10 others injured in rain-related incidents, from roof collapses to flash floods.
By Wednesday, waist-high water covered major thoroughfares, bringing traffic to a standstill and leaving drivers stranded. Roofs gave way in several districts, and snapped power lines plunged communities into darkness.
At Jinnah International Airport, flights were delayed or canceled as airport crews raced to clear soaked runways. Travelers shared viral videos of flooded terminals, highlighting the unexpected scale of the downpour.
Despite emergency services working around the clock, many residents were caught off guard. Rescue teams used boats and inflatable rafts to reach families trapped on upper floors.
Experts warn that extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and urge city planners to upgrade Karachi’s drainage network. With a booming population and aging infrastructure, the city’s systems struggled to handle the deluge.
In the meantime, volunteers and local NGOs have mobilized to support flood-affected communities—delivering hot meals, clean water, and temporary shelter. 💪❤️ Karachi may be soaked, but its spirit remains unbroken.
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Rain-related incidents kill 11, injure 10 in Pakistan's Karachi
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