24 April 2017

Pakistan: Sindh Heatwave April-May 2017

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Many rural areas of Sindh are currently experiencing daily highs above 40°C, which are forecast to continue until early May. Heatwaves in the past have caused considerable health impacts including dehydration, sunburn, and heatstroke. Impacts on WASH lead to additional health risks such as waterborne diseases.

Natural hazards