Severe Heatwave Alert Issued Across Multiple Pakistani Regions

A severe heatwave alert has been issued for Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and southern areas of Punjab from Thursday through May 11, with temperatures in several regions expected to range between 46°C and 50°C.

According to the Meteorological Department, weather conditions are likely to remain extremely hot and humid across many parts of the country, significantly increasing the risk of heatstroke and dehydration.

In Karachi, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 38°C, but due to high humidity levels, it may feel as hot as 40°C to 42°C. Morning humidity was recorded at 78 percent, while sea winds continued blowing from the west at around 19 kilometers per hour.

Health experts have urged citizens, particularly children, senior citizens and individuals with medical conditions, to avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure during peak daytime hours. Doctors advised people to stay hydrated, remain indoors whenever possible and take preventive measures against heat-related illnesses.

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In Lahore, temperatures are expected to climb to nearly 43°C within the next few days as intense heat grips much of Punjab.

Meanwhile, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority warned that plain areas of KP would experience exceptionally high daytime temperatures between May 8 and May 10.

The authority forecast temperatures between 43°C and 47°C in districts including Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Bannu, Karak and Lakki Marwat.

Similarly, temperatures in Peshawar, Nowshera, Charsadda, Mardan, Swabi, Haripur and Kohat are likely to remain between 39°C and 43°C.

The PDMA has instructed district administrations to establish heatstroke centres, cooling points and mobile cooling units to assist residents during the extreme weather conditions. Rescue 1122 teams, hospital staff and fire brigade departments have also been directed to stay on high alert for emergencies.

In Islamabad, dry and hot weather is expected to continue, with daytime temperatures forecast to touch 36°C, while winds were recorded at 11 kilometers per hour.