Moderate to heavy rain lashes parts of Karachi for second consecutive day

KARACHI: Several areas of the port city experienced moderate to heavy rainfall on Thursday, marking the second straight day of downpours across the metropolis.

Heavy rain was reported in multiple neighbourhoods of Karachi, including Orangi Town and Gulshan-e-Iqbal, among other localities, bringing disruption to daily life in the city.

Areas affected by rainfall

The rainfall, which varied in intensity from moderate to heavy, swept through various parts of the city. Orangi Town and Gulshan-e-Iqbal were among the areas that witnessed significant precipitation on Thursday.

The consecutive days of rain have affected routine activities across the metropolis, with residents bracing for potential waterlogging and traffic disruptions that typically accompany heavy downpours in Karachi.

Second day of continuous rain

Thursday's spell marked the continuation of wet weather that began a day earlier, with parts of the city receiving rainfall for the second consecutive day. The persistent rain has raised concerns among residents about urban flooding and the state of drainage infrastructure in the city.

Karachi, Pakistan's largest city and economic hub, has historically faced challenges during periods of sustained rainfall due to its ageing drainage system and rapid urbanisation. Heavy rains in the past have frequently led to waterlogging in low-lying areas and disruptions to the city's transport network.

The ongoing spell of rain has kept residents on alert as moderate to heavy showers continued to drench various parts of the city throughout the day on Thursday.