A spell of rain, accompanied by strong winds, has begun in various areas of Karachi. The stormy weather, accompanied by thunder and lightning, has caused heavy downpours in areas such as Surjani Town, Malir, Musharraf Colony, and surrounding neighborhoods. North Karachi, Shadman Town, Nagin Chowrangi, Buffer Zone, and adjacent areas have also experienced heavy rain, leading to a further drop in temperatures.
Light to moderate rain has been reported in areas such as II Chundrigar Road, Sadar, and surrounding areas, while PECHS and surrounding areas have seen scattered showers. Heavy rain has also been reported in areas such as Ahsanabad, Gulistan Johar, Dalmia, and Scheme 33.
A spokesperson for K-Electric urged citizens to exercise caution while using electrical appliances during the strong winds and rain. The spokesperson warned that using electrical appliances in rainwater or standing water can be hazardous and may lead to accidents.
Citizens are advised to maintain a safe distance from TV antennas, internet cables, and broken power lines. The possibility of intermittent rain showers, accompanied by thunder and lightning, remains high in Karachi, with the possibility of moderate to heavy rain.
According to a Met Office spokesperson, the city can expect partly cloudy conditions over the next 24 hours, with a possibility of an increase in cold temperatures from Friday.
The spokesperson also mentioned that the minimum temperature is expected to be around 7°C, while the maximum temperature is expected to be around 25°C.
Ghulam Mohammad, a spokesperson for the Lyari Development Authority (LDA), stated that no casualties or damage have been reported in the area.
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