Heatwave condition to continue in most parts till Monday: PMD

News Desk

ISLAMABAD: The prevailing heatwave condition will continue in most parts of the country till Monday causing water stress on water reservoirs, standing crops, vegetables and orchards, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).

PMD Spokesman Dr Zaheer Ahmed Babar said that the heatwave condition would prevail in most parts of the country till May 2 and the day temperatures are likely to increase gradually from overall 5-8 degree Celsius due to high pressure in the upper atmosphere. Day temperatures are likely to remain 06-08 degree Celsius above normal in Upper and Central Sindh, Central and South Punjab and parts of Balochistan while in upper Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir day, the day temperatures are likely to remain 05-07 degree celsius above normal.

About the possible impacts of the prevailing heatwave, Dr. Zaheer Babar said that the prevailing very hot and dry weather may cause water stress on water reservoirs, standing crops, vegetables and orchards.

He said the farmers must manage crop water accordingly. The general public should avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight. Judicious use of water is requested in all aspects of life.

Regarding the weather on the upcoming Eidul Fitr, the spokesman said that dust storms and gusty winds along with thunderstorms are expected on Tuesday and Wednesday in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Lahore, Gujranwala and other places.