The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a nationwide heatwave alert until June 12. A strong high-pressure system is affecting the upper atmosphere and pushing temperatures well above normal levels.
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According to the Met Office, several regions may face severe heat. Parts of Sindh and Balochistan could record temperatures between 48°C and 51°C.
Extreme Heat Expected in Sindh and Balochistan
The PMD expects temperatures in Sindh and Balochistan to stay 4°C to 6°C above normal.
Cities including Sukkur, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Larkana, Dadu, Ghotki, Khairpur, Sibbi, Turbat, and Panjgur may experience temperatures between 48°C and 51°C from June 7 to June 12.
Karachi will also face very hot weather. Temperatures there may range between 40°C and 43°C during the forecast period.
Punjab Faces Intense Heat
Temperatures in Punjab may reach between 44°C and 48°C from June 8 to June 11.
The affected districts include Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur, Sargodha, Rahim Yar Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Jhang, Sahiwal, Pakpattan, Bhakkar, Layyah, and Kot Addu.
Moreover, many districts may remain significantly hotter than normal.
Hot Weather in Islamabad and KP
Temperatures in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujrat, Mirpur, Bhimber, Kotli, Bagh, and Muzaffarabad may range from 41°C to 44°C between June 8 and June 10.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will also experience above-normal temperatures.
Peshawar, Mardan, Bannu, Karak, Lakki Marwat, and Dera Ismail Khan may record temperatures between 41°C and 46°C.
However, Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Gilgit-Baltistan will remain relatively cooler. Temperatures there may range from 37°C to 40°C.
Health and Agriculture Concerns
The PMD warned that the heatwave could affect public health and daily life.
Children, women, senior citizens, and people with medical conditions should take extra care.
Farmers should adjust crop activities and protect livestock from extreme heat.
Public Urged to Stay Safe
The Met Office urged people to avoid direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
People should drink plenty of water and limit outdoor activities during peak hours.
The department also expects electricity demand to rise as temperatures increase.
Authorities should stay alert and take preventive measures where necessary.
Finally, the PMD urged citizens to use water wisely and follow official weather advisories until the heatwave subsides.
