Karachi: Health experts express concern over the consequences of the abundance of stagnant rainwater water throughout all major cities of the country during the Monsoon season. They worry that another viral outbreak amongst the citizens may put further stress on the country’s healthcare system.

According to weather reports, so far Karachi has received record-breaking rainfall during this Monsoon season. Gulshan-e Hadid alone has received 102.7mm of rainfall. Furthermore, another spell of rainfall is expected to hit the city on 6th August, 2022

Karachi receives record-breaking rainfall

Other areas of the city such as Old Airport, Faisal Base, and Jinnah Terminal have received 53mm, 46mm and 38.8mm of rain respectively. DHA has received 10mm of rainfall so far. An aerial view of the city depicts the vigorously inundated streets of Karachi. The stagnant rainwater and overflowing gutters pose a major threat to the health and well-being of the citizens of Karachi.