Rain with Thunderstorm Breaks Heat Wave in Karachi; Power Outages Hit Several Areas

Karachi experienced heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning on Thursday night, bringing relief from the intense heat.

Various areas, including Malir, Gulshan-e-Ma’mar, Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Gulistan-e-Johar, New Karachi, Saddar, and I.I. Chundrigar Road, witnessed light to heavy showers.

Other localities, such as Saadi Town, Malir Cantt, Safora Chowrangi, University Road, Nazimabad, Federal B Area, Azizabad, Tariq Road, Bahria Town, Gadap, North Karachi, Scheme 33 and Surjani, also experienced continuous heavy rainfall.

The rain significantly reduced the heat, providing much-needed respite to the residents. However, the downpour led to the tripping of 300 feeders of K-Electric, plunging areas like Gulshan-e-Iqbal, North Karachi, Nazimabad, Surjani, Gadap, and Gulshan-e-Memar into darkness.

Power outages were also reported in Liaquatabad, Korangi, Old City Area, and Jamshed Road, causing difficulties for the citizens.

K-Electric spokesperson warned that the unsafe use of electrical appliances in rain and standing water can lead to accidents.

Citizens were advised to keep a safe distance from TV cables, internet wires, and broken electric wires. Illegal electricity connections and tampering with meters can result in fatal accidents.

Due to water accumulation in low-lying areas, temporary power shutdowns may be implemented as a safety measure. K-Electric is currently assessing the situation, and its field staff remains on alert to restore power promptly.

The rain prediction for Karachi indicates a continuation of thunderstorms and rain over the next several days. On Friday, June 27, 2025, a few strong morning thunderstorms are expected.

Saturday will see strong morning thunderstorms as well.

On Sunday, there is a chance of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Monday is forecasted to be windy with some rain, and Tuesday will have a bit of rain in the morning.