Heatwave alert issued for Karachi

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave alert for Karachi for a week starting today (Monday), warning people from venturing out unnecessarily during the next week or so.

As per the department, heat wave would prevail over the city during the next six to eight days with the temperature expected to reach between 40 to 42 degrees Celsius. During this time, winds will blow in the city from south and southwest.

All concerned authorities have been requested to take necessary measures and people advised to take precautions, such as not to go out during the peak sun exposure hours from 11am to 4pm.

The Metrological department said that the minimum temperature was recorded at 25.5°C in the metropolis, whereas, the maximum temperature is likely to be 40 to 42°C.