Cyclone threat: Emergency declared in Karachi, Thatta, and Badin

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Cyclone threat: Emergency declared in Karachi, Thatta, and Badin

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Karachi, Thatta and Badin brace for cyclone brewing in the Arabian Sea.

09 June,2011 05:06 pm

According to Meteorological Department, the low wind pressure is expected to change into cyclone on Friday night.All fishermen have been advised not to venture in the open sea from Friday to Monday while the fishermen from coastal areas are being shifted to the safe places.On the other hand, about 500 fishermen with 50 boats are missing from Badin operation for their search is underway.According to Sindh Minister for Fisheries Zahid Ali Bhurgari, the cyclone threat so far is 19 percent while the danger may increase from tomorrow.