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Karachi Storm Kills 21 as Gale-Force Winds Topple Walls and Trees

Officials keep Karachi on high alert following the storm.

Overview

  • Rescue 1122 reported 21 fatalities citywide and said debris clearance and search operations are ongoing.
  • The deadliest incident occurred in Mawachh/Moach Goth, Baldia Town, where a wall collapse killed 13 people who had sought shelter.
  • The Pakistan Meteorological Department logged winds up to about 97 km/h and cautioned that unstable conditions could persist with another westerly expected later in March.
  • Power infrastructure suffered extensive disruption with more than 800 K-Electric feeders tripping, and restoration work continues.
  • Damage was widespread across multiple neighborhoods, including coastal fishing settlements, with injury tallies varying from dozens to more than 50 across reports.