Heatwave Horizons

  INTRODUCTION OF HEATWAVE  A heatwave is a period of very hot weather that can be dangerous. It happens when the temperature stays very high for several days or even weeks. This can make it hard for people to stay cool and can even make them sick. HEAT LEVELS People start to feel too hot and uncomfortable when the temperature reaches: • 32°C (90°F) - feeling hot and sweaty • 35°C (95°F) - feeling very hot and tired • 37°C (99°F) - heat becomes dangerous • 40°C (104°F) - heat is extremely dangerous  HEATWAVE FACTORS  The Earth's temperature rises (global warming) • Hot air gets stuck in a place (high pressure) • Cities trap heat (urban heat islands) • It's very humid • There's no rain (drought) • There's no wind or wind brings hot air • The Earth's temperature is rising overall (climate change) HEATWAVE CONDITION IN PAKISTAN Severe heatwave conditions are expected across Pakistan, especially in Sindh, until June  •Temperatures in Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, and other are