KARACHI ( The COW News Digital) Intermittent rainfall lashed various parts of Karachi on Saturday evening, bringing relief from the recent spell of heat but also causing localized disruptions, including power outages in several neighborhoods.
According to reports, showers varied in intensity across the city, with some areas experiencing light drizzle while others witnessed heavy downpours. Residents of Baldia Town, Buffer Zone, North Nazimabad, and Orangi Town reported moderate to heavy rain. Similar weather conditions were also recorded in North Karachi and Nazimabad, where rain clouds lingered for several hours.
The downpour cooled temperatures across the city, prompting families to step outside to enjoy the sudden change in weather. Tea stalls and roadside vendors in areas such as North Karachi and Orangi Town saw a rush of customers as residents celebrated the rain.
However, the rainfall also exposed the city’s fragile infrastructure. In North Nazimabad’s Block G, electricity supply was disrupted shortly after the showers began, leaving many households in darkness. Residents complained that despite repeated calls to the local power distribution company, restoration efforts were delayed. “The rain was welcome, but losing electricity immediately makes it difficult for us, especially with elderly people and children in the house,” said one resident.
Meteorological officials confirmed that the showers were part of a brief rain system passing through Sindh, with forecasts suggesting that more light to moderate rainfall could occur in isolated parts of Karachi over the next 24 hours. “Moisture-laden winds from the Arabian Sea are interacting with low-pressure systems, triggering localized rain in Karachi and surrounding areas,” said a spokesperson for the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
City authorities urged citizens to take precautions during the wet weather, advising motorists to drive carefully on slippery roads and avoid low-lying areas prone to waterlogging. Although Saturday’s showers did not lead to major flooding, residents expressed concern over the city’s poor drainage system and the potential for urban flooding if heavier rains follow in the coming days.
For many Karachiites, however, the rain was a welcome change. Social media platforms were flooded with photos and videos of rain-soaked streets, rooftop gatherings, and families enjoying hot tea and pakoras in the cool breeze. The brief showers once again highlighted Karachi’s love-hate relationship with rain — bringing joy and relief on one hand, but also frustration over civic issues on the other.
