Pakistan, June 29 -- KARACHI - The standing rainwater across roads and neighborhoods in Karachi has sparked fears of a possible dengue outbreak. In response, the Sindh Health Department has issued an advisory, urging immediate action from all relevant authorities.

Following two days of rainfall, several areas including Garden, Lasbela, Jamshed Road, Old City Area, and Ranchore Line remain waterlogged. The stagnant water has begun to pose serious health risks, with experts warning of increased mosquito breeding in such conditions.

Health officials noted that dengue cases tend to rise when humidity levels reach around 60 percent and temperatures remain between 26 to 29 degrees Celsius-conditions that currently prevail in the city.

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