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Pakistan Braces for Early Pre-Monsoon Rains from June 19th

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Weather update; Rains expected in Islamabad, parts of Pakistan

Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz predicts pre-monsoon rains in Pakistan. Karachi faces hot and humid weather, with temperatures reaching 37 °C. Residents and authorities should stay updated on weather forecasts. In a recent interview with ‘Geo News’, Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz unveiled an anticipated weather shift for Pakistan, hinting at pre-monsoon rains expected to commence post-June … Read more

PMD predicts rains across Pakistan from Aug 23-27

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Rain with thundershower expected in Islamabad, Punjab, KP

Rains may lead to urban flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas. General public is advised to stay in safe places during wind-storms. Relevant authorities are urged to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has brought good news to those enduring the scorching heat. Monsoon rains are predicted in various parts … Read more

Monsoon rains to continue to batter Punjab till Aug 7

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Monsoon rains to continue to batter Punjab till Aug 7

LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Tuesday said monsoon rains will occur in various districts of Punjab till August 7, Bol News reported. “There are chances of reduction in the intensity of Monsoon rains. The flood situation in the rivers of Punjab is becoming normal,” the PDMA spokesman said. He said water flow … Read more

Swat floodwaters sweep down multi-story hotel, residence

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Swat floodwaters

The hotel was washed away in Kalam, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Reports said that no one was hurt because all of the hotels near the river were empty. The death toll from monsoon rains and flash floods rises to 937. The foundation of a multi-storey hotel in Kalam, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, was washed away by raging floodwaters … Read more

More monsoon rains predicted during Eid holidays: NDMA

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The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Thursday said the provincial and district authorities should remain vigilant and ensure prerequisite arrangements to cope with impending inclement weather predicted by the Pakistan Meteorological Department during the Eid holidays. Read more: Death toll reaches 48 as rain pummels Balochistan Apropos Pakistan Meteorological Department’s (PMD) media advisory stating … Read more

14 dead in India building collapse

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building collapse
  • The structure collapsed just before midnight on Monday, trapping more than 20 people.
  • 13 people had been rescued, but 14 bodies had been recovered from the rubble.
  • Monsoon rains from June to September are vital to replenishing rivers and groundwater in India.

At least 14 people were killed when a four-story building collapsed due to monsoon rains, authorities in Mumbai said Tuesday.

The structure, which was located next to a slum in a central city district, collapsed just before midnight on Monday, trapping more than 20 people.

By Tuesday afternoon, 13 people had been rescued, but 14 bodies had been recovered from the rubble.

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Choked nullahs

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flash flood

ISLAMABAD: Following the July 2021 flash flood and the havoc it had played with the lives and properties of posh Islamabad locality of E-11, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) had sprung into action and announced to clear all the nullahs passing through various localities of the federal capital. But the proverbial slackness of the bureaucracy … Read more

Malaysia’s King Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah out on roads to help flood victims

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Yang di-Pertuan Agong (Paramount Ruler of Malaysia) Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah went out on the roads on Saturday night to observe the flood situation after torrential monsoon rains caused flooding in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur is in chaos and havoc due to continuous rains pouring in for the last three days. Read … Read more

PMA’s guidelines for this monsoon season

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Monsoon First Spell Brings Darkness In Parts Of Karachi

Monsoon rains in Pakistan not only cause power outages and destruction to infrastructure, but also become the reason for the dispersion of water-borne diseases like typhoid, gastroenteritis, Hepatitis A, E, and Cholera. These ailments increase numerous times during the rainy season, according to the Pakistan Medical Association. Besides the above-mentioned diseases, the threat of Naegleria … Read more

Karachi: Cleaning of three major drains entrusted to FWO

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Karachi: Cleaning of three major drains entrusted to FWO

The Sindh Government Headquarters Corps 5, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Frontier Work Organization (FWO) have decided to assign the task of cleaning three major drains in Karachi to the FWO. At a high-level meeting in Karachi, it was decided that the provincial government, with the help of institutions, would eliminate encroachments … Read more

PM directs NDMA Chairman to visit Karachi and start cleanup

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PM directs NDMA Chairman to visit Karachi and start cleanup

Prime Minister Imran Khan directed National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Chairman Lt. Gen. Muhammad Afzal to visit Karachi. In his Tweet, Prime Minister Imran Khan said that the chairman NDMA has been directed to go to Karachi immediately and start the clean up in the aftermath of the rain. “I have asked the Pak army … Read more

PM Imran, Sindh Governor to discuss situation of Karachi

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PM Imran summons Sindh Governor Imran Ismail to Islamabad

Prime Minister Imran Khan has summoned Sindh Governor Imran Ismail to Islamabad to conduct an important meeting related to issues of Karachi. According to the sources, the meeting will discuss important issues of Karachi, projects under the federation, the situation in Karachi and other important issues. The issue of providing relief to the citizens including … Read more

IG Sindh announces rewards for personnel who make traffic flow possible during rain

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IG Sindh announces rewards for personnel who make traffic flow possible during rain

KARACHI: IG Sindh has announced a reward for the personnel who make traffic flow possible during rain in Karachi. According to details, IG Sindh has announced a cash reward of Rs 50,000 each for traffic police personnel who make traffic flow possible during the rain in Karachi. IG Sindh appreciated the services of Section Officer, … Read more

More monsoon rains to hit upper & central parts of the country from Sunday

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Rain-wind-thunderstorm in upper areas

More monsoon currents are likely to penetrate in upper and central parts of the country from Sunday. Under the influence of this monsoon: Rain/wind-thundershowers (with isolated heavy falls) are expected in Kashmir, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Hafizabad, Lahore, Kasur, Okara, Sheikhupura, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Toba Tek Singh, Jhang, Dir, Swat, … Read more

Karachi Rain: 6 people killed, power outages in most areas

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Karachi Rain: 6 people killed, power outages in most areas

The first monsoon rain was recorded in Karachi, the capital of Sindh province, killing six people, including women and children, while power outages were reported in most parts of the city. Landhi, Korangi, Malir, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Garden, II Chundrigar Road, Saddar, Old City Area, Shahra-e-Faisal, Lyari, Gulistan-e-Jauhar and many other areas in Karachi recorded light and … Read more

Karachi Rains: Fear of electrocution incidents rise as first spell pounds

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Karachi Rain: Fear of electrocution incidents rise as first spell pounds

Karachi: Rains are considered a symbol of mercy in every part of the world and bring happiness to Karachi as well, but in the long-neglected metropolitan city, even the drizzle can lead to deaths and injuries due to rapidly deteriorating infrastructure, an increasing number of unplanned areas and incompetence of civic bodies and local bodies. … Read more

Traffic update: First spell of Monsoon rains caused severe traffic jam in Karachi

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Karachi

The first spell of monsoon rains has started in Karachi, which caused a severe traffic jam due to which the citizens are facing severe difficulties. According to the details, the first spell of rains has started in Karachi, due to which the traffic interrupted and roads in different parts of the city were severely jammed … Read more

Sindh has no money to clean Karachi’s drains but spend Rs4bn on luxury vehicles

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Sindh has no money to clean Karachi's drains but spend Rs 4 billion on luxury vehicles

Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Gulzar Ahmed gave the remarks while hearing the coronavirus suo motu notice that coronavirus made people Billionaires overnight, no institution seems to be working, every institution is like NDMA. The Chief Justice asked how the Sindh government could spend Rs 4 billion for 400 luxury vehicles. These vehicles have been … Read more

Will chock drains be able to carry the burden of rains in Karachi?

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Will chock drains be able to carry the burden of rains in Karachi?

The Meteorological Department has forecast more rains than usual in the monsoon this year and also issued a warning of urban flooding in major cities. The Meteorological Department has recommended the National Disaster Management Authority and other agencies to remain alert and ensure timely cleaning of drains in the cities. But will the drains filled … Read more

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