The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a heat advisory for the upper districts of Sindh province, warning residents to brace for extreme heat on Monday, May 13, 2024.
According to the weather forecast, mainly hot and dry weather is expected in most districts of Sindh, with temperatures soaring to very high levels in the upper regions. Additionally, there is a possibility of dust raising and gusty winds during the evening and night hours.
Across the country, the PMD predicts mainly hot and dry weather in most parts, with particularly scorching conditions in the southern regions. However, relief may come in the form of rain, wind, and thunderstorms in Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and adjoining hilly areas. The prevailing synoptic situation is attributed to a westerly wave affecting the upper parts of the country, which is expected to persist over the next 24 hours.
Reflecting on Sunday’s weather, hot and dry conditions prevailed across most of the country. However, there were instances of rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms in upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, northeastern Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and parts of Balochistan. Significant rainfall was recorded in various regions, including Malam Jabba, Mir Khani, and Kalam in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, as well as Chilas and Gilgit in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Yesterday’s highest maximum temperatures were recorded in Turbat, Bahawalpur, Jacobabad, Khairpur, and Rohri, with temperatures reaching up to 44 degrees Celsius.
The recorded rainfall across different regions is as follows:
• Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: Malam Jabba 27mm, Mir Khani 26mm, Kalam 23mm, Chitral 16mm, Drosh 15mm, Parachinar 14mm, Dir (Upper 10mm, Lower 09mm), Pattan 08mm, Saidu Sharif 05mm, Dera Ismail Khan (City 02mm, Airport 01mm)
• Gilgit-Baltistan: Chilas 11mm, Bagrote 06mm, Gilgit 05mm, Gupis 02mm
• Kashmir: Garhi Dupatta, Rawalakot 10mm
• Punjab: Layyah 08mm, Islamabad (Saidpur 05mm), Hafizabad 05mm, Lahore (City 04mm, Jail Road, Pani Wala Talab, Lakshmi Chowk 03mm, Mughalpura, Gulberg, Gulshan-e-Ravi, Airport 01mm), Jhang 04mm, Joharabad 03mm, Gujrat, Sargodha 02mm, Chakwal, Gujranwala, Noor Pur Thal, Okara, Sheikhupura, Sialkot Airport 01mm
• Balochistan: Zhob 05mm
The PMD’s heat advisory serves as a reminder for residents of upper Sindh to take necessary precautions, such as staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and seeking shelter in cooler environments. Additionally, authorities are urged to ensure the availability of adequate resources and facilities to mitigate the impact of extreme heat on vulnerable populations.