Heatwave in Pakistan
Climate Change & Environmental Coordination Ministry media spokesperson Muhammad Saleem Shaikh Reported that Pakistan, which has been facing severe heat waves because of global warming, is now facing a threat of extreme heat. If people stay exposed to the sun, this heat can seriously damage their health, causing dehydration, heat rashes, and other heat-related illnesses.
He cautioned about the seriousness of situations for children, older women, and women with weak immune systems. It is advised by the ministry senior official to protect yourself from annoying health problems by staying indoors during peak hot hours from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The minister stressed that pregnant women are especially vulnerable to heatwaves as a US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study findings emphasized that pregnant women are more likely to and should stay indoors during high temperatures to develop heat exhaustion, heat stroke, or other heat-related ailments quicker than the non-pregnant women. They are more prone to dehydration, leading to symptoms like thirst, dry mouth, increased heart rate, little to no urination, fever, irritability, and diarrhea. Additionally, loose-fitting clothes help regulate body heat and control temperature.
The ministry official also highlighted that the extreme heat during the pre-monsoon season is becoming more frequent and intense in South Asian countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India, which can risk people’s lives. The official further remembered the recent studies World Weather Attribution in 2022 and 2023 showed that there are chances of a rise in Heatwave in Pakistan in the future, which would be a risk to people’s health and livelihoods.
Additionally, the spokesperson emphasizes the need for collaboration between government agencies to cope with the impact of the heat wave. While highlighting the awareness of public awareness, the officials stressed that people’s knowledge and behavior regarding heatwave risk are crucial for reducing health impact.
Furthermore, disaster management authorities and health departments have launched public awareness campaigns at national and provincial levels to educate people about precautions through social media.
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