Pakistan Heatwave Causes Tragedy in Sindh Province

A severe heatwave in Pakistan has caused the deaths of at least 10 people in Sindh province, raising serious concerns about the growing impact of extreme weather in the region.

According to officials, five bodies were discovered in different parts of Karachi, while another five people died from heatstroke while receiving treatment in hospitals.

Karachi experienced extremely high temperatures, with the mercury rising above 44 degrees Celsius. This made it the hottest day recorded in the city since 2018.

Health authorities said the intense heat created dangerous conditions, especially for outdoor workers, elderly people, and those without proper access to cooling or medical care.

Earlier in the week, Pakistan’s Meteorological Department had issued warnings about severe heat conditions in Karachi and nearby areas, urging residents to take precautions such as staying hydrated, avoiding direct sunlight, and limiting outdoor activities.

Experts say that South Asia is witnessing more frequent and intense heatwaves, with climate change playing a major role in worsening these extreme weather patterns.

The deadly heatwave highlights the increasing environmental and public health challenges faced by countries in the region as rising global temperatures continue to create more severe climate conditions.