KARACHI: On the directives of Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has placed district administrations across Sindh on high alert and directed all relevant departments to take precautionary and emergency response measures as strong monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea continue to affect the province.

According to a weather advisory issued by PDMA, based on forecasts of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), strong monsoon currents penetrating the country, coupled with a western weather system affecting upper and central regions, are likely to trigger widespread rain, thunderstorms and isolated heavy downpours in several districts of Sindh.

The CM directed all deputy commissioners, district administrations, municipal authorities, irrigation officials, health services, rescue agencies and local government institutions to remain fully vigilant, ensure preparedness of emergency response teams, maintain drainage systems and take all necessary steps to protect lives and property.

The chief minister also instructed divisional commissioners and local bodies to closely monitor low-lying areas, urban centres and vulnerable locations, ensure the availability of rescue equipment and maintain uninterrupted coordination among all departments during the forecast period.

Emergency preparedness measures

Acting on the chief minister’s directives, PDMA Sindh has strengthened emergency preparedness arrangements and ensured the availability of machinery, equipment and manpower for rapid response operations.

PDMA has deployed and made available the necessary machinery and workforce to humanitarian response facilities and emergency centres in Karachi, Jamshoro and Sukkur to respond promptly to any rain-related emergencies.

CM Murad emphasised that protection of human life, livestock, public infrastructure and essential services must remain the top priority and instructed district administrations to ensure immediate response to any emergency arising from heavy rainfall, urban flooding, strong winds or lightning.

Published in Dawn, July 24th, 2026