Severe heat-wave conditions gripping most parts of the country are likely to prevail throughout the week, owing to the high pressure in the upper atmosphere, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The day temperatures are likely to increase gradually in most parts of the country due to this high pressure.
The heatwave conditions, expected to continue till May 13, has compelled the citizens to stay indoors especially during the day time, to prevent from the severe weather conditions. Day temperatures are likely to remain 07-09 degree Celsius above normal in upper Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir. While, in Upper and Central Sindh, Central and South Punjab and parts of Balochistan day temperatures are likely to remain 06-08 degree Celsius above normal.
About the possible impacts of the heat wave, the met office has warned that very hot and dry weather may cause water stress on water reservoirs, crops, vegetable and orchards.—APP
