While the sun continues to bear down across the country, Karachi recorded its highest temperature of the year so far.
On Wednesday, Karachi experienced a scorching high of 42.5 degrees Celsius, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. The average temperature across the city remained at 41.5 degrees Celsius. Gulshan-e-Johar emerged as the hottest area in Karachi, with the mercury reaching 42.5 degrees Celsius.
The heatwave extended beyond Karachi, affecting the entire Sindh province with extreme temperatures. Moenjodaro, Larkana, and Jacobabad reported temperatures soaring to 50 degrees Celsius. Dadu reached 49 degrees, Sukkur 48 degrees, and Sahiwal 46 degrees.
Punjab also faced high temperatures, with Sargodha, Faisalabad, Multan, and Lahore each recording 45 degrees Celsius.
Rahim Yar Khan and Hyderabad both reached 46 degrees Celsius, with a perceived heat index of 49 degrees. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar recorded 40 degrees Celsius, while Islamabad in the federal capital territory experienced 39 degrees Celsius.
The intense heatwave is prompting health warnings and advisories for residents to stay hydrated, avoid direct sunlight, and take necessary precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses.
