Met office issues heatwave advisory for April 2025

As a blistering heatwave tightens its grip on Punjab, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a fresh advisory warning that temperatures across the province could soar up to 45 degrees Celsius in the coming days. In some southern districts, the mercury may even reach a scorching 50 degrees, raising serious concerns over public health and safety. On Thursday, Lahore recorded a high of 42°C, with hot and humid winds making outdoor conditions increasingly unbearable. The Met Office has predicted that the extreme weather is likely to persist throughout the week, urging citizens to exercise caution. “This intense heatwave is expected to continue, with little to no relief in sight for the next several days,” the advisory noted. In response, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has activated emergency protocols. DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia confirmed that heatwave counters have been established at major hospitals across Punjab to provide immediate assistance to heat-affected individuals. Kathia emphasized the importance of preventive measures, advising residents to: Stay indoors during peak afternoon hours, Keep hydrated at all times, Wear light, breathable clothing, and Avoid unnecessary travel or strenuous activity. The PDMA has directed all relevant departments to remain on high alert and ensure the availability of essential medical supplies and emergency services.

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave advisory in view of the rising temperatures across the country.

It said the heatwave like condition is likely to hit the southern half of the country in coming day. It said the temperature in parts of Sindh, southern and central Punjab, and some areas of Balochistan is expected to be 4 to 7 degrees Celsius higher than usual.

Over the past 24 hours, the highest temperature in the country was recorded at 47 degrees Celsius in Dadu, Mohenjo Daro, Nawabshah, and Padidan, while 46 degrees were recorded in Khairpur, Sibi, Larkana, and 45 degrees in Rahim Yar Khan, Sukrand, Jacobabad, Mithi, and Sukkur.

Additionally, temperatures recorded in Karachi, Multan, and Dera Ismail Khan were 40 degrees, in Peshawar and Muzaffarabad 37 degrees, in Islamabad 35 degrees, in Quetta 32 degrees, and in Gilgit, the highest temperature recorded was 31 degrees.

The Met Office has predicted intermittent dusty winds and rainfall in some areas of Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Galiyat, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir from tonight until April 11.

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