Heavy rain lowers mercury in Karachi

Rain and hailstorms continued in different areas of Karachi on Tuesday, bringing a noticeable drop in temperature and the return of cold weather in the city, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

Hailstorm affected areas, including Liaquatabad, Nazimabad, and Gulistan-e-Jauhar.

Rain was also recorded in the Site area, Buffer Zone, Five Star roundabout, and Nagan Chowrangi and Azizabad.

The reports of showers were also received from Orangi Town, Site Area, and areas along University Road.

Later, it stopped raining in Nazimabad and nearby areas, and the sun came out.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that rain is likely to continue in the city till evening.

In the wake of rain and strong winds, Karachi Electric advised citizens to practice caution while using electricity.

A spokesperson of the electric supply company said illegal electricity connections and power theft through hooks can lead to fatal accidents.

The spokesperson said that the power supply has been temporarily suspended as a safety measure in low-lying areas due to accumulated rainwater. K-Electric is monitoring the situation, and field staff are on alert, he added.

Reporters:  Salman Saleem, Khursheed Rehmani