Pakistan

Heatwave predicted for Federal Capital Islamabad next week

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Web Desk

2 years ago

ISLAMABAD: A heatwave alert has been issued for the federal capital, Islamabad, starting next week, here on Saturday.

Several weather forecasting platforms, including The Weather Channel, have issued warnings of ‘severe heat’ in Islamabad.

According to these forecasts, the federal capital is set for extreme heat on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, where the temperature is expected to rise to 41 degrees Celsius.

Alarmingly, the mercury is likely to climb further on each subsequent day, reaching 42 degrees on Wednesday and 43 degrees by Saturday, May 25.

Adding to the urgency, Google’s weather search feature is displaying a ‘severe weather warning’ for Islamabad.

In response to these dire predictions, the Islamabad District Health Office has taken proactive measures by directing all health facilities under its jurisdiction to set up Emergency Heatwave Response Centers, which will operate seven days a week during the heatwave. do

A memorandum issued by the District Health Officer highlights the extreme dangers posed by scorching temperatures, especially during the months of May to July, which are notorious for extreme heat waves in Pakistan.

These phenomena are attributed to the wider challenges of global warming and climate change. The memorandum identifies a potential increase in heatstroke-related mortality and morbidity, emphasizing the critical importance of prompt preventive measures.

Heatstroke, the most severe heat-related illness, occurs when the body’s temperature-regulating mechanisms fail. Body temperatures can rise to 103 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit in just 10 to 15 minutes, with potentially fatal consequences if emergency treatment is not provided immediately.

As Islamabad prepares to face this impending heatwave, authorities and citizens alike are urged to exercise caution, stay hydrated, and take necessary precautions to mitigate the risks associated with extreme heat exposure.

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