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October heat redefines Karachi as climate patterns shift

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Karachi Desk

The Karachi Desk covers economic, political, and societal news from Pakistan’s largest and most populous city.

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In a city where October typically marks the end of summer, Karachi is instead enduring record-breaking heat. What should be mild 30-degree days have soared to a sweltering 38 degrees.

Pakistan, ranking among the top 5 countries most affected by climate change, is no stranger to extreme weather events. This heatwave serves as yet another stark warning of the climate crisis.

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