Bike riders, office workers, labourers struggle to cope with extreme heat; many women say household chores have become more exhausting.
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• Underprivileged segments hit hardest
• Bike riders, office workers, labourers struggle to cope with extreme heat
• Outdoor workers face hardship, household chores become tall order
KARACHI: By midday, Karachi, a city usually bustling with activity, begins to lose much of its vibrancy as intense heat and persistently high “feels-like” temperatures keep people indoors and restrict movement across the metropolis.
Met Office says temperature expected to drop from today; prolonged power outages, water shortages add to public distress.
Experts say the unseasonably hot weather across south Asia shows the impact of the climate crisis
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Actual temperature recorded at 37°C, relative humidity at 56pc.
According to the Met Office, Dadu recorded 48°C, while Sukkur, Rohri and Khairpur registered around 46.5°C.
Jacobabad becomes hottest place with 49.5°C; Weatherman expects some relief after tomorrow.
