KARACHI: People of Karachi, other parts Sindh, especially the coastal belt have fasten their seat belts ahead of cyclone ‘Asna’ that is about to storm off.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Saturday has issued sixth alert as cyclone is estimated to be just 120km away from Karachi as the gusty winds, rain inundate parts of Karachi amid effects of approaching cyclone.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and other concerned departments have advised residents to avoid going to beach or other recreational places while the NDMA asks people to stay updated through ‘Pak NDMA Disaster Alert’ mobile app.
As the natural phenomenon is approaching, the effects are becoming visible and the sea storm has brought heavy rain and strong winds early Saturday morning to the port city. The latest spell of downpour resulted in flooding in several areas.
The rain affected Karachi’s Saddar, Clifton, Kala Pul, Mahmoodabad, Shahrah-e-Faisal and adjacent areas.
The city district administration claimed to have made all possible arrangements to handle the situation following the rainfall.
In light of the storm, authorities have advised residents to avoid going to the beach for the next two days. According to latest reports, roads around Hawksbay are inundated after rain.
Fishermen in Balochistan have been advised not to venture into deep waters for the next few days.
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