Thresholds for Heatwave | ||
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Alert | Criteria | Public Advisory |
Normal Day |
Forecast < 40°C |
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Hot Day Alert |
Forecast 40°C - 41.9°C |
Avoid outdoor activities. |
Hot Day Warning |
Forecast ≥ 42°C |
Avoid heat exposure. Drink sufficient fluids. Replenish body salt through IV Fluids. Wear light colored and loose cotton clothes. Walk and sit under shades. |
Heatwave Emergency |
Forecast ≥ 42°C and |
Extreme care needed for vulnerable people. Avoid heat exposure. Drink sufficient fluids. Replenish body salt through ORS. Wear light colored and loose cotton clothes. Walk and sit under shades. Call emergency helpline for any additional assistance. |
These thresholds are defined in collaboration with HEATWAVE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE (HWMC) |
Heatwave Bulletin
26 Jul, 2024 10:00 PST
HEATWAVE ADVISORY/ALERT |
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Current meteorological conditions suggest that "Hot Day Warning" conditions are likely to continue over few districts of southern Punjab during next 05 days. However, there are chances of “Hot Day Alert” like situation to evolve over southern and central region of Punjab in coming 10 days period. |
5-days Heatwave Alert
![](https://rmc-punjab.pmd.gov.pk/storage/heatwave_forecasts/1721973369_punjab_heatwave_map_5days.jpg)
10-days Heatwave Alert
![](https://rmc-punjab.pmd.gov.pk/storage/heatwave_forecasts/1721973370_punjab_heatwave_map_10days.jpg)