Lahore continues to reel under an intense heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar to 44 degrees Celsius on Monday, leading to a surge in heatstroke cases and civil protests over persistent electricity load shedding.
In the past 24 hours, 43 heatstroke patients have been reported in various hospitals across the city. Mayo Hospital has admitted eight patients, General Hospital has treated 25, and Ganga Ram Hospital has seen 10 cases.
Medical professionals are urging residents to stay indoors, stay hydrated, and avoid unnecessary exposure to the sun during peak heat hours.
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Adding to the city's woes, Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) is struggling with a reduced supply-demand gap, resulting in five to six hours of load shedding across the city. This has sparked civil protests as residents express their frustration over the prolonged power outages amid the sweltering heat.
Despite the ongoing heatwave and power issues, there is a glimmer of hope as the Met Department has forecast a chance of rain later this week, which could bring much-needed relief to the beleaguered residents of Lahore.
Meanwhile, relief is on the way for Karachi residents as the Met Department forecasts a decrease in the intensity of heat this week. The current weather in the city is partly cloudy, with sea breezes providing much-needed respite.
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Winds are blowing from the southwest at a speed of 22 kilometres per hour, helping to moderate the temperature. Despite this, the maximum temperature is still expected to reach up to 36 degrees Celsius.
The Met Department has indicated that the weather will remain hot and humid over the next 24 hours. However, the restoration of sea breezes is expected to gradually ease the intense heat that has gripped the city in recent days.
