Temperature Karachi Soars Amid Heat Wave
The heat wave has already started to take a toll on the population, with an increase in heat-related illnesses reported. Health experts are warning of the dangers of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke, and are advising people to stay indoors during the hottest part of the day and drink plenty of water.
Karachi is expected to experience scorching to very hot and dry weather in the next 24 hours, with the Met Office issuing a warning about the intense heat. Meanwhile, Dera Ismail Khan city is facing an extreme heat wave, with temperatures reaching 46°C (114.8°F) on Friday, prompting health experts to warn of the dangers of heat-related illnesses.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has placed the region on high alert, and health experts are advising people to take precautions to avoid going out during peak sunlight hours and stay hydrated. Dr Abdur Rehman, a public health expert, highlighted that certain groups, such as the elderly, infants, pregnant women, and outdoor labourers, are more vulnerable to the heat. Another health expert, Dr Saba, called for greater public awareness and a coordinated response to prevent avoidable deaths.
Hospitals and clinics in the region are on alert, and protesters in nearby Shorkot staged a demonstration against power outages, which have made household life miserable. The low-pressure area over the East-Central Arabian Sea has intensified into a depression, but it is not a threat to Pakistani coastal areas, including Karachi, and is expected to move eastwards and cross the Indian coast near Konkan.
As the temperature in Karachi and other parts of the country continues to rise, it is essential for people to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the heat. The government and health authorities must also work together to provide adequate support and resources to those affected by the heat wave.