Chaos in Pakistan due to heavy rainfall – at least 10 dead, closed schools and businesses, flights were suspended

Pakistan authorities ordered businesses, schools and public services in Karachi, after the heavy rain of Mussa left at least 10 dead in the densely populated city and meteorologists predict that the heavy downpour will continue. Muson has caused chaos throughout Pakistan in recent days. Dead from sudden floods that hit the mountainous northwest areas of the country last Friday amounted to 385. According to authorities, the number of missing persons still remain unclear. The rain started in Karachi on Tuesday and caused extensive floods. In some southern neighborhoods, it had been so many rain for years. Karachi is the economic capital and the most populous city of Pakistan, with more than 20 million inhabitants. Abdul Wahid Haleoto, a spokesman for the region, said the ten deaths were due to drowning, collapse of buildings, electric shock or traffic accidents. Due to the rain, electricity and telecommunications were interrupted, while all were suspended […]
Source: News Beast

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