KARACHI: The Sindh High Court has restrained authorities from cutting down any tree across the province and warned that it will have disastrous environmental consequences, especially in urban areas like Karachi. A two-judge bench comprising Justice Salahuddin Panhwar and Justice Amjad Ali Sahito ordered that permission for removal of any tree must be obtained from the...
KARACHI: A huge fire erupted in two warehouses containing solar panels and cosmetics in the Hawkesbay area on Tuesday (October 1), officials said. According to media reports, the fire at the solar panel warehouse was controlled after 12 hours but efforts were underway to put out the blaze in the cosmetics storage unit till late in...
Learning electrical safety at home is essential for preventing accidents, fires, and injuries. Here are some important tips and guidelines: Understand Basic Concepts Circuit Breakers and Fuses: Learn the purpose of the circuit breaker box and fuses. These protect your home from electrical overloads. Grounding: Grounding ensures that excess electricity can safely be directed...
Proper electrical and lighting maintenance can enhance your home’s safety, reduce energy costs, and prolong the lifespan of your systems. Periodic inspections and timely upgrades can also prevent electrical hazards like fire and shock. Here are some tips: Switch to LED Bulbs Replace incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs. They consume less electricity, last up...
Teaching children about the dangers of electricity is crucial for their safety. Here’s a guide to help you explain the concepts in a way that's both informative and age-appropriate: Start with the Basics What is Electricity?: Explain that electricity is a form of energy that powers many things around us, like lights, TVs, and toys. ...
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for electrical work provides numerous benefits, ensuring the safety and well-being of workers. Here are the key benefits of using PPE in electrical work: Protection Against Electrical Shock Insulated gloves, footwear, and tools prevent direct contact with live electrical components, significantly reducing the risk of electrical shock, which can be...
For past weeks, the residents of Gilgit Baltistan region have been facing power outages for as long as 22 hours a day during the freezing winter season. This has wrecked a havoc on the life of the people as without electricity, they are unable to do their day-to-day work. The lack of electricity also means...
Late night on Tuesday,15th November, two men passed away while one was severely injured when their car turned over due to speeding. The accident of the three friends took place near Karsaz on Shahra e Faisal, one of the busiest roads of Karachi. The injured has been admitted to Jinnah Hospital. As per report, the deceased...
Dangling wires of electricity, accessible power meters in streets and naked cables pose serious threats to the lives of the people in different localities of the provincial metropolis. The situation becomes more dangerous during the rain as children play near the power meters and touch the cables in their areas. The problem is common in the...
The development comes after the Chainstore Association of Pakistan (CAP) asked the CDA and the relevant authorities to reopen it since the mall’s management successfully fulfilled structural and safety prerequisites. Earlier, Additional District Magistrate headed a 7-member fact-finding committee, which discovered that the fire originated in the food court and it spread rapidly due to cooking...
