The massive fire that burned for 18 days in Karachi’s Korangi Creek has been extinguished, but dangerous gas emissions and chemical contamination continue to raise alarms. The blaze, which started after deep borehole drilling on March 29, drew national attention due to its intensity and duration.
Though the fire is out, gas is still escaping, causing water to erupt and vapours to rise from the site. Chemical tests found high levels of hazardous substances, including benzene and tetrachloroethylene, in the water.
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Authorities have launched investigations, with input from international experts and local petroleum firms, to determine the source and scale of the underground gas fueling the fire.
Environmental experts warn of long-term health and ecological risks, as the unstable site continues to emit toxic vapours and hot water.
