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Karachi: 11 people were injured, and One died as the building collapsed in Surjani town

The under-construction building collapsed in Karachi’s Surjani Town, Sector 4D area. According to Dunya News, the rescue team pulled out 11 trapped people from the wreckage, while the injured were shifted to the hospital, and one of the severely injured lost his life after reaching the hospital. An operation is underway at the scene to search for...

Run a Generator safely

Recently, a 20-year-old boy electrocuted while running a generator at home in Karachi. However, there must be many cases that are not highlighted as the generator is a source of endangering lives because of the poisonous gas (Carbon mono oxide) it contains that can cause fire and electrocution. Follow these directions to run a generator safely: ...

Nepra released a Power safety awareness campaign for ‘Distribution co’ and ‘Emergency’

Pakistan is going through a severe electricity crisis. As a result, numerous incidents happen in Pakistan due to substandard material that causes transformer explosions and electrocutions. Therefore, to spread awareness and prevent further incidents and fatalities, these precautions are necessary for Distribution companies and the public in an emergency. The mission of the campaign: Protect the lives...

Tips to drive safely during monsoon

Monsoon season has arrived. In Pakistan, heavy rain causes massive urban flooding and uncovered manholes, which results in severe inconveniences and accidents. Therefore, to prepare yourself and safely drive during rain, read below the precautions to save lives: Avoid parking under/billboards as they can fall from the strong winds and heavy showers. Check the battery charge. ...

Man electrocuted while running the generator

Karachi: According to Express tribune, A man died of electrocution while trying to switch on the generator. The name of the deceased was Jawad, a 20-year-old boy, this incident happened at the dead's home in North Nazimabad. As per resources, Jawad was rushed to the Abbasi Shaheed hospital; however, he had already passed away.

Precautions to prevent road accidents

According to the National Highway and Motorway spokesman, four times more deaths are caused by road accidents  Twelve thousand people are killed annually, and 50 thousand are injured in road accidents. These accidents occur due to violations of safety and traffic rules. 80% of accidents are due to speeding, careless driving, and the use of mobile while driving. Not...

Nepra’s: Power safety awareness campaign aims to achieve zero incidents

Nepra introduces a safety campaign for the general public and electricians. Pakistan is going through a severe electricity crisis that includes electrocutions and substandard material that cause explosions hence, fatalities. Numerous incidents happen in Pakistan more often in regards to power., Therefore, to educate people and all other power stakeholders, it is necessary to have these...

5 people burnt to death in a gas explosion in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: 5 people died in a gas explosion at the Pathan colony. According to 24 digital, the explosion happened a few days ago and cost several injuries. Victims were shifted to the hospital in Karachi, where they breathed their last. The death toll has reached 5; those who lost their lives in the incident were 65-year-old Ratan, 60-year-old Sawatri,...

Ashura: 7 people died as tazia collided with electric wires in Bhakar

According to Geo news: during a procession, Tazia hit on electric wires in Bhakkar. The incident cost 2 lives, whereas 16 were severely injured and shifted to the hospital. The negligence of people in being vigilant caused the incident. WAPDA must monitor these incidents and re-assess the low overhead wiring system.

Fire erupts in the bus at the metro station as the engine overheated.

Rawalpindi: Flames leaped and engulfed the bus at Rehmanabad Metro Station on Muree road, as the engine overheated. No casualties were reported as passengers successfully escaped from the bus. According to The News, Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMTA) suspends Metro Bus Service (MBS) operations on Murree Road. In addition, the authority issued a report to the Punjab government...