2017 Karachi floods explained
| 2017 Karachi floods |
| Fatalities: | at least 23 |
The 2017 Karachi floods in Karachi have killed at least 23 people, mostly from electrocution.[1] According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the flood is caused by the monsoon rain which began on 28-08-2017 Wednesday evening.[2] [3] As the incident took place, the Army and Navy, along with other welfare organizations, started rescuing people.[4] [5]
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Notes and References
- Web site: 23 killed as monsoon rains lash Karachi. www.dawn.com.
- Web site: At least 23 killed as downpours wreak havoc in Karachi, army deployed for assistance (VIDEOS + PHOTOS). en.dailypakistan.com.pk.
- Web site: Floods kill 13, swamp streets in Karachi. www.thenews.com.pk.
- Web site: At least 17 dead; army called in as Karachi administration gives up. tribune.com.pk.
- Web site: Army, Rangers busy clearing rain affected areas in Karachi. www.thenews.com.pk.
