The Provincial Disaster Management Authority has issued a province-wide heatwave alert, warning of extreme temperatures in the coming weeks, with southern districts expected to face severe conditions reaching up to 52°C.
According to the advisory, May and June will likely be the hottest months, with temperatures across Punjab ranging between 43°C and 45°C under normal conditions and rising significantly during heatwave spells.
Officials noted that temperatures have already climbed 2–4°C above normal, indicating an early onset of intense summer.
The authority said a mild heatwave will affect southern Punjab from April 29 to May 3. Meanwhile, upper regions may see temporary relief due to a westerly weather system expected between April 27–29 and again from May 3–5, potentially lowering temperatures by 2–4°C.
Despite this, southern Punjab remains highly vulnerable, with historically higher temperature peaks during the peak summer months.
PDMA Director General Umar Javed urged citizens—especially children, women, and the elderly—to take precautions, including avoiding direct sunlight and increasing water intake to prevent heat-related illnesses.
Farmers have been advised to adjust agricultural activities and take measures to protect crops and livestock. Authorities have also directed all departments to remain on high alert, ensuring round-the-clock staffing at emergency centers.
Emergency services, including Rescue 1122, have been placed on alert, while motorway police will issue travel advisories to assist commuters.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department said hot and dry conditions will persist due to continental air, though isolated rain and dust storms are expected in parts of Punjab and nearby regions over the next two days.
Stop. With the warnings and start with the policy.
Delay office timings
Extend school vacations
Bring down school fee
Force companies to fund trees
No more empty parking lots. Plant trees. Make companies pay for them
We need policy not lame warnings.