3 d. ago Pakistan boils under extreme heat as ‘feels like’ temperatures cross 55°C

Pakistan is facing an intense wave of extreme heat, with several cities recording dangerously high “feels like” temperatures. On Friday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported that four cities felt hotter than 50°C. This extreme weather has continued without a break for over a week, affecting both urban and rural areas. The highest actual temperature […]

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4 d. ago Severe heatwave hits Pakistan: Temperatures soar to 48°C in Cholistan and 46°C in Sibi

Severe heat has engulfed many parts of Pakistan, with temperatures rising sharply across the country. According to the Meteorological Department, the Cholistan Desert is experiencing extreme heat, where temperatures are reaching up to 48 degrees Celsius. Locals report that water reserves have dried up, causing serious problems for livestock. The intense heat has led to […]

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2 w. ago Under scorching heat, over a million pilgrims gather in Makkah for hajj 2025

MAKKAH — More than 1.3 million Muslim pilgrims have arrived in Makkah ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, braving extreme desert heat as Saudi authorities intensify efforts to ensure a safe and orderly experience. The pilgrimage officially begins on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to soar beyond 40°C (104°F) this week. To prevent a repeat of […]

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2 w. ago Saudi arabia boosts safety measures for hajj pilgrims amid extreme heat

As the Hajj season for 2025 begins, Saudi Arabia has taken extra steps to protect pilgrims from extreme heat. The Saudi Minister of Hajj, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, said rising temperatures are a serious concern. Last year, temperatures reached 51.8°C, causing the deaths of over 1,300 pilgrims. Most of them had no official Hajj permit and […]

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2 w. ago Polio drive underway in Matiari amid extreme heat to vaccinate 182,000

A large-scale polio eradication campaign is successfully underway in district Matiari, with a target of immunizing over 182,000 children under the age of five. According to the union council level micro plan, a comprehensive strategy has been developed to ensure that every child is reached. In addition to the initial four-day campaign, two follow-up days […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan launches third national polio vaccination drive of 2025

The Pakistan Polio Programme on Sunday launched the third drive of the year against the crippling disease at the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), Islamabad. Pakistan is one of the last two countries in the world, alongside Afghanistan, where polio remains endemic. Despite global efforts to eradicate the virus, challenges such as security issues, vaccine […]

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3 w. ago Weather: Temperatures soar above 48°C as scorching heat grips Balochistan

QUETTA – The sun has crossed the threshold of extreme heat in Balochistan, with temperatures reaching up to 48 degrees

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3 w. ago Seven students faint due to heatwave coupled with power outages in Swat’s Matta Tehsil

SWAT: At least seven students fainted due to extreme heat coupled with prolonged power outages at a private school in Swat’s Matta Tehsil on Thursday, raising concerns over inadequate infrastructure and a lack of emergency response amid an intensifying heatwave. The incident occurred at Eagle Model School in Bara Durushkhela, where the lack of electricity […]

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