Climate Change
Helmand officials warns of heat wave as mercury hits 51 degrees C
Kandahar temperatures have also been sweltering. On Monday, the temperature in the provincial capital reached 50 degrees C.
Helmand officials warned locals on Monday to take measures to beat the heat as temperatures soared to 51 degrees Celcius.
Officials issued the warning to residents in the hope that they will take measures to safeguard themselves against the heat.
According to police, seven people have died in the past few days, after drowning while swimming in rivers in the province in a bid to cool down.
Helmand police meanwhile called on locals to ensure they have enough water with them while traveling, especially in arid areas.
Officials also warned that temperatures could rise over the next few months as summer has only just set in.
Monday’s temperature in Helmand’s capital Lashkargar reached a high of 51 degrees C, with further weather warnings issued for the rest of the week.
Accuweather predicts temperatures upwards of 47 degrees C for the rest of the week.
Kandahar temperatures have also been sweltering. On Monday, the temperature in the provincial capital reached 50 degrees C.
The rest of the week will average between 45 and 47 degrees C.
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