Cyclonic Storm Asna Brings Heavy Rains and Gusty Winds to Pakistan's Coastal Areas

Pakistani authorities have issued warnings due to cyclonic storm Asna over the Arabian Sea, which is causing heavy rains and gusty winds across the coastal regions including Karachi. The storm, which has not been seen in 60 years, impacts various districts in Sindh and Balochistan, advising against venturing into the sea.

Pakistani authorities have issued a warning for heavy rains and gusty winds in the coastal regions due to cyclonic storm Asna over the Arabian Sea.

The storm, situated approximately 200km southwest of Karachi, has moved westward in the past nine hours, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).

Rain-thundershowers and squally winds are expected in various districts of Sindh and Balochistan until September 1.

(With inputs from agencies.)