{"id":3763,"date":"2026-05-04T18:14:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:14:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldwatchalert.com\/?p=3763"},"modified":"2026-05-04T18:14:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T18:14:22","slug":"eight-die-in-karachi-as-heatwave-hits-years-highest-temperature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldwatchalert.com\/?p=3763","title":{"rendered":"Eight die in Karachi as heatwave hits year\u2019s highest temperature"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>KARACHI: <\/strong>At least eight people died in Karachi on Monday, rescue officials said, linking some of the deaths to intense heat in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rescue official said that four bodies were recovered from the streets while four others succumbed after being shifted to hospitals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to rescue officials, the deceased included individuals found in Manghopir, Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Boat Basin and the Suparco Road area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Four others were transported to hospitals from Liaquatabad, Jamali Bridge, Surjani Town and Defence Phase 8 after their condition deteriorated, but they could not survive, they said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rescue officials said that some of the deceased were addicted to drugs, while others appeared to have died due to intense heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The incidents come amid a sharp increase in mercury, with extremely hot and dry conditions persisting in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that Karachi recorded its hottest day of the year on Monday as temperatures surged to 44.1 degrees Celsius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Met Office, the city is likely to experience hot and humid conditions tomorrow (Tuesday), with temperatures expected to reach around 39\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The department noted that while sea breezes are expected to persist, high humidity levels will continue to intensify the &#8220;feel of heat&#8221; across the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, medical experts have recommended that residents limit outdoor activity, especially during peak daytime hours, avoid direct exposure to the sun between 11am and 3pm, stay well-hydrated, and take basic precautions to avoid heat-related stress as the weather system continues to intensify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They have urged residents to also avoid street food, drink only boiled water, and steer clear of unhygienic stuff and drinks, which can lead to stomach-related issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People have also been advised to wear light-coloured loose clothing and to cover their heads when stepping outside.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KARACHI: At least eight people died in Karachi on Monday, rescue officials said, linking some of the deaths to intense heat in the city. 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