–CM Murad directs hospitals, police to take emergency measures–Parts of Sindh likely to experience similar stormsKARACHI: At least five people died while 36 others were injured on Monday as gusty winds accompanied by a dust storm and light rain gripped parts of Karachi and adjoining areas. The blustery winds uprooted electricity poles and trees in different parts of the metropolis, leading to traffic congestion. Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah directed the divisional commissioners to take care of the vulnerable residents of the city. He asked those who lived in vulnerable homes to be alert and cautious as the weather swings to different extremes. It is worth mentioning here that there is a great chance of a similar storm in other parts of Sindh.

Source: Pakistan Today April 15, 2019 14:48 UTC