Pakistan, April 9 -- With rising summer temperatures and an increased risk of heatwaves, the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued precautionary guidelines to all departments concerned across the province. In a circular sent to district administrations, PDMA warned of a possible 4 to 7degC rise in temperatures this month, especially affecting major cities, plains, and southern districts of Punjab.

Director General PDMA, Irfan Ali Kathia, stated that preventive measures are being taken to combat the heatwave. Deputy Commissioners have been directed to ensure necessary facilities at public places to help citizens cope with the intense heat.

The directive instructed district administrations to launch public awar...