KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Wednesday stated that the ongoing heatwave is said to continue for the fourth day in Karachi, with maximum temperature hovering in the 41-43°C range.
It has been reported that the ‘hot to very hot weather is likely to prevail’ in the metropolis until Friday, with highs of 43-44°C predicted during the period.
Earlier, on Tuesday, the city saw the mercury climb to 43°C, as sea breeze remained halted exacerbating the heatwave.
The hottest weather was recorded in Chhor, Sindh where the temperature went up to 47°C.
The latest heatwave coincides with the beginning of the Ramzan. The frequent and unannounced load shedding and lack of green spaces will make the heat harder to bear.
Furthermore, people living on Karachi’s crowded streets have little access to shelter or safe drinking water, making them acutely at risk in blistering temperatures.
In June 2015 about 1,200 people died in southern Pakistan during a heatwave, with nearly two-thirds of the victims’ being homeless people.
As the heatwave continues, residents have been advised to take precautions while venturing outdoors to prevent a heat stroke.
