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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Monday forecast increased day temperatures from May 21 27, advising the citizens to adopt precautionary measures to protect them from severe heat wave conditions.

The PMD revealed that the day temperatures were likely to remain 4°C to 6°C above normal on 21st & 22nd & 6° 8° above normal bw 23rd 27th of May 2024.

So what is a heat wave ?

A heatwave can be defined as a period where local excess heat accumulates over a sequence of unusually hot days and nights. Heatwaves amplify many risks, such as healthrelated or economic risks, including increased human mortality, drought and water quality, wildfire and smoke, power shortages and agricultural losses.
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Heatwave World Meteorological Organization WMO

Stay well when there is hot weather
Prevent dehydration. Drink fluids regularly throughout the day especially if you are physically active. ...
Protect yourself from the sun. ...
Limit strenuous physical activity. ...
Avoid hot closed spaces. ...
Keep your home cool.

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