Article 57F62 Pakistan floods leave dozens dead and people angry at lack of help

Pakistan floods leave dozens dead and people angry at lack of help

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Associated Press in Karachi
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Authorities use boats to rescue Karachi residents trapped by monsoon rains

Heavy rains have hit parts of Pakistan, including the financial capital of Karachi, for a fifth straight night, bringing further flooding to towns and villages and leaving at least 36 people dead.

About 76cm (30in) of rain have fallen in Karachi since Sunday, when monsoon rains began lashing the city, forcing authorities to use boats to evacuate people trapped in flooded streets.

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