Heavy rain forecast: Karachi airport put on high alert

KARACHI: In anticipation of upcoming rains, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued rain alert for Karachi Airport, aligning with the Meteorological Department’s rainfall predictions.

According to the issued rain alert by CAA for Karachi airport, measures include surpervising the runway and surrounding areas for the next 24 hours, directives to park small aircraft at safe locations, secure their wings with weights, and address concerns about insects and birds around runway areas due to rainfall.

Moreover, to ensure safe flight operations, CAA has deployed additional bird shooters and is reinforcing the joints of tarmac areas with electricity cables to prevent any mishaps during rainfall.

Instructions have also been given to maintain clear drainage of water from airport runways through connected drains.

PMD forecast rain

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast more rains with wind and thundershowers in various parts of the country with occasional gaps starting this week.

Strong monsoon currents are likely to penetrate from Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal in the upper parts from today (Monday).

In this regard, weather expert Jawad Memon said that the low-pressure system evolving in the Bay of Bengal is likely to affect Sindh as well, with chances of downpours in Karachi between July 22-23 and throughout the week.

However, the intensity of rain could be measured in the coming days.

The PMD has advised all the authorities concerned to remain vigilant and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward situation.

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