Karachi Rain & Flooding: Contacts and Safety Steps

Karachi Flooding & Rain Emergency Guide

Heavy rain can create fast-changing hazards across Karachi. Check current official weather and disaster guidance before travelling.

Emergency Numbers During Floods

Check Conditions Before Travelling

Flooding changes by storm, drainage condition and road works. Use current PDMA Sindh, Commissioner Karachi, traffic-police and weather updates rather than relying on a permanent list of “safe” or “unsafe” roads.

Safety Rules

Before the rain:

• Charge all devices — power goes out
• Fill safe water containers before severe weather if official advisories recommend it
• Stock food for 2-3 days
• Move vehicles to higher ground if possible
• Clear your house drains and gutters

During flooding:

• Do not drive into standing or moving water when you cannot judge its depth, road surface or current
• Do not walk through flood water because open drains, debris and electrical hazards may be hidden
• Stay away from electric poles — electrocution through flood water is a real risk
• Move to upper floors if water enters your home

After the rain:

• Follow current KW&SC and public-health advice if water quality may have been affected
• Watch for snakes — flooding drives them into populated areas
• Report blocked drains that caused flooding

Report Drainage Issues on Mashvara

Don't wait for monsoon. Report blocked drains, illegal construction over nalas, and poor drainage NOW under Flooding & Drainage on Mashvara. Prevention beats rescue.