Sindh Urban Flooding Risk Awareness

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Which of the following districts are predicted to be impacted by urban flooding due to torrential rains?

  • Peshawar
  • Faisalabad
  • Karachi (correct)
  • Islamabad

What is the primary cause of urban flooding in the metropolitan cities of Sindh?

  • Population growth
  • Industrialization
  • Urban development
  • Torrential rains (correct)

Which district is NOT mentioned as being susceptible to urban flooding?

  • Hyderabad
  • Sukkur (correct)
  • Thatta
  • Badin

What is the expected impact of torrential rains in the metropolitan cities of Sindh?

<p>Urban flooding/rain inundation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following districts is listed among those affected by urban flooding during torrential rains?

<p>Matiari (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary action recommended for authorities in anticipation of adverse weather conditions?

<p>Conduct extensive public awareness campaigns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which communication channels are suggested for public awareness campaigns?

<p>Multiple channels including TV, social media, and print (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of public awareness campaigns during adverse weather situations?

<p>To ensure that vulnerable communities are well-informed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of weather emergencies, why is it important to inform vulnerable communities?

<p>To ensure they can effectively respond to changes in weather (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adverse weather conditions are specifically mentioned in the recommended actions?

<p>Rainfall, dust-storm, and wind-thunderstorm (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Sindh Urban Flooding Risk

  • Sindh's metropolitan cities are at risk of urban flooding due to torrential rains.
  • The following districts are at risk: Karachi, Tharparker, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allahyar, Matiari, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Dadu, Kambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, Naushahro Feroze & Shaheed Benazirabad.
  • The Sindh government recommends extensive public awareness campaigns through various media channels to inform vulnerable communities about the flood situation and necessary precautions.
  • The following authorities are responsible for dissemination of information:
    • Karachi Metropolitan Corporation
    • Defense Housing Authority, Karachi
    • Chief Minister Sindh's office
    • Sindh Integrated Emergency and Health Services
    • Cantonment Boards in Karachi
    • Karachi Electric, HESCO, SEPCO
    • Edhi Foundation, Al Mustafa Welfare Trust, Alamgir Welfare Trust, JDC Foundation, Alkhidmat Foundation, Khidmat-e-Khalq Foundation, Pakistan Red Crescent Sindh, Chhipa Welfare Organization.

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