A sustained and severe heat wave continues to recovery large cuts of Pakistan, with temperatures rising to alarming levels across the country.
According to Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the ongoing heat wave is expected to continue until Thursday, June 13, with temperatures in many regions that remain markedly over seasonal norms.
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PMD reports that temperatures in upper and central Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Sindh, Balochistan and southern Punjab vary between 4 to 7 ° C above average.
In response, citizens are strongly advised to avoid exposure to direct sunlight, especially between 7 p.m. 11am and 4pm, and to remain well hydrated to reduce the risk of heat current.
The situation is especially critical in ordinary areas where temperatures are expected to remain extremely high through Wednesday and Thursday, accompanied by dusty winds in the afternoon.
According to a spokesman for Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Bhakkar recorded the highest temperature of the country at 50 ° C.
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Other cities such as Dera Ghazi Khan and Noorpur Thal registered 49 ° C, while Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Layyah and Mandi Bahauddin So heights of 48 ° C. Bahawalnagar, Chakwal, Jhelum, Khanewal, Kot Addu, Sargodha, Sheikhupura and Sialkot Burning temperatures reaching up to 47 ° C.
Large city centers, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Attock and Sahiwal, also face extreme heat, with forecasts that predict temperatures between 45 ° C and 47 ° C.
With regard to humidity, MULTAN 46 ° C with 56%relative humidity, dera ghazi khan 46 ° C, registered with 42%, Sargodha 47 ° C with 52%and Lahore 46 ° C by 36%, indicating dangerous heat index levels.
Auxiliary Commissioner Punjab Nabeel Javed and PDMA -Human Director Irfan Ali Kathia have issued directives to all Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners to remain in high attention.
Authorities have been asked to ensure the availability of cold drinking water in public places, bus terminals and marketplaces and to prioritize the water supply in the drought cholistan region.
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Heating wave counter -counters have been established in all major hospitals, and events have been made to ensure the availability of important drugs.
DG PDMA has called on the public to exhibit extreme caution during the heat wave, especially to protect vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly and those with already existing health conditions.
Citizens are advised to avoid strenuous physical activity or outdoor work in the peak load, wear light -colored cotton clothing and remain indoors unless absolutely necessary.
In the event of emergencies, citizens can contact the PDMA aid line of 1129 for immediate help.
