A recent report has found that climate change has tripled the chances of a deadly pre-monsoon heatwave occurring in South Asia. This finding comes as the region experienced an intense period of extreme heat from mid-April through May 2026.
During this heatwave, daily maximum temperatures in numerous cities across India and Pakistan surpassed 46 degrees Celsius (114.8 degrees Fahrenheit). This prolonged period of exceptionally high temperatures has already led to tragic consequences.
Reports indicate at least 10 deaths in Karachi, Pakistan, have been attributed to the heatwave. Additionally, six cases of heatstroke fatalities have been reported in India, underscoring the severe human impact of these escalating climate events.
Source: Mongabay