Pakistan's local authorities have warned residents about an unprecedented heatwave, 24.kz reports.
On June 23, temperatures in certain parts of the country soared above 50 degrees Celsius. Idris Maxood, a representative of the National Disaster Management Authority, urged people to stay at home and avoid the scorching sun as much as possible. The city of Naokundi experienced the hottest weather yesterday, with temperatures reaching a sweltering 50 degrees. Meteorologists predict that the intense heat will persist for several more days.
Local residents described the streets and markets as completely empty throughout the day, likening the experience to walking into a blazing furnace.
In the capital city of Islamabad, the municipal energy department reported an increase in power outages due to the rising demand for air conditioning.
While high temperatures are common in many provinces of Pakistan during the summer, the country has been enduring exceptionally blistering heat for several years now. Experts attribute this phenomenon to climate change.
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