2003day.year
A severe heat wave across Pakistan and India reaches its peak, as temperatures exceed 50 °C (122 °F) in the region.
A severe heat wave peaked across Pakistan and India in 2003, as temperatures soared above 50 °C.
In early June 2003, a brutal heat wave settled over parts of Pakistan and northern India, with daytime temperatures exceeding 50 °C (122 °F).
The extreme heat led to widespread heat-related illnesses and claimed hundreds of lives, particularly among vulnerable groups.
Power grids and water supplies strained under the demand for cooling and hydration.
Agricultural fields suffered crop losses, exacerbating food security concerns in the region.
The event underscored the dangers of extreme weather and prompted calls for improved early warning systems and public health measures.
2003
heat wave
Pakistan