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Temperatures soar in Pakistan heat wave

Nehal Johri
May 24, 2025

Temperatures in parts of Pakistan have spiked up to 48 degrees Celsius, significantly above the average for this time in May. The country's meteorological service has issued a heat wave alert and advised people to stay indoors.

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