Karachi Rain: Six killed, three injured in electrocution and wall collapse incidents

KARACHI: At least six people lost their lives and three others were injured in rain-related incidents across Karachi, ARY News reported.

According to reports, Karachi witnessed several tragic incidents during the rainfall. In the Golimar area, a rickshaw driver identified as Irshad died after a house wall collapsed on him.

In another incident, a young man was electrocuted while working in the Surjani Town area of Karachi. Separately, a man named Abdul Wali lost his life due to electrocution near a hotel in PIB Colony.

Authorities said that in Karachi’s Surjani Town Sector 7-A, a 12-year-old girl, Dua, died after suffering an electric shock inside her home. Meanwhile, another unidentified man was electrocuted on MA Jinnah Road.

In Karachi’s Super Highway, Ahsanabad area, a laborer also died due to electrocution during the rain.

In a separate incident, three children were injured in Orangi Town after a wall collapsed.

The incidents highlight ongoing safety concerns in Karachi during rainfall, particularly due to exposed electric wiring and weakened structures across different parts of the city.

Earlier, K-Electric issued a safety advisory as rain is forecast for Karachi and surrounding areas, stating that the situation is being closely monitored while field staff remain on alert.

In a statement, the spokesperson urged citizens to exercise caution when using electrical appliances during rainfall and strong winds, warning that unsafe practices can lead to serious accidents.

The utility specifically cautioned against the use of electrical equipment such as water pumps in rain or standing water, highlighting the risk of electrocution. Residents were also advised to maintain a safe distance from broken wires, electricity installations, and overhead TV or internet cables.

K-Electric further warned that illegal power connections, commonly known as kundas, pose a significant safety hazard and can result in fatal incidents.