Heatwave Conditions likely to develop  in Up-coming Week

Met office predicted that a high pressure is likely to develop in upper atmosphere on 08th June and likely to persist till 11th June. Under the influence of this system, Heatwave conditions are likely to develop over the country from 07th to 12th June.

• Maximum temperature is likely to remain 04 – 06 °C above normal and may rise to (41 - 46) °C in the districts of Peshawar, Mardan, Bannu, Karak, Lakki Marwat, D.I Khan from 08th to 11th June. While (37 - 40) °C in Chitral, Dir, Swat and Gilgit-Baltistan from 08th to 10th June.
• Maximum temperature is likely to remain 05 – 07 °C above normal and may rise to (41 - 44) °C in the districts of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujrat, Mirpur, Bhimber, Kotli, Bagh and Muzaffarabad from 08th to 10th June. While (44 - 48) °C in districts of Lahore, Okara, Kasur, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Joharabad, Khushab, Mianwali, Noor Pur Thal, Jhang, Toba Tek Sing, Sahiwal, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, Khanewal, Pakpattan, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Bhakkar, Layyah and Kot Addu from 08th to 11th June.
• Maximum temperature is likely to remain 04 – 06 °C above normal and may rise to (48 - 51) °C in the districts of Sukkur, Shikarpur, Qambar Shahdadkot, Jacobabad, Larkana, Mohenjo Daro, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad, Ghotki, Khairpur, Nausheroferoze, Sibbi, Turbat, Panjgur from 07th to 12th June.
• Very hot weather is expected in Karachi during the forecast period and Maximum Temperature is likely to remain (40-43) °C from 08th to 12th June.   
• Night temperatures are also likely to rise during the forecast period.
• Due to intense heating dust-storm may occur at isolated places in southern Punjab/Sindh during the forecast period.

Possible Impacts and advises:

• Due to heatwave condition, general public especially children, women and senior citizens are advised to be extra cautious.  
• Farmers are advised to manage their crop activities keeping in view the weather conditions and take care of their livestock as well.
• General public is advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight from (1000 to 1600 PST) and remain hydrated.
• Electricity demand/consumption may increase during the forecast period.
• Judicious use of water is requested in all aspects of life.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “Vigilant” and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward Situation during the forecast period.

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