Karachi residents faced major power outages on October 22 as the Karachi Electricity Alert Supply Company (K-Electric) shut down 53 feeders across the city. The shutdown affected multiple neighborhoods, causing significant disruption for homes and businesses.
K-Electric officials stated that the maintenance work is essential to improve the reliability and safety of the electricity network. Engineers warned that the outages could last several hours in certain areas, and urged residents to prepare accordingly.
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Neighborhoods impacted include North Nazimabad, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Liaquatabad, and Korangi. Local businesses reported difficulties, particularly those relying on continuous electricity, such as IT offices, healthcare facilities, and retail shops.
Residents are advised to keep flashlights, battery backups, and emergency supplies ready during the outages. Authorities also warned not to overload electrical appliances once power is restored to avoid accidents.
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This Karachi Electricity Alert underscores the ongoing challenges in the city’s infrastructure. Citizens are encouraged to follow official updates and take precautions during power shutdowns.
