KMC takes emergency measures to tackle heatwave, directs establishment of special wards in hospitals

KARACHI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 29th Apr, 2026) The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has announced emergency measures to deal with the expected severe heatwave in the city, on the instructions of Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab.

In this regard, directives have been issued for the immediate establishment of special heatwave wards in all

hospitals under KMC administration.

The Mayor Karachi has instructed the Senior Director of Medical Health and Services and all Medical Superintendents that, due to extreme heat, citizens especially the elderly, children, and outdoor workers may face serious health risks. Therefore, all hospitals must ensure special arrangements for the timely and effective treatment of heatwave-affected patients.

He directed that uninterrupted electricity supply and effective cooling systems (fans and air conditioners) must be ensured in heatwave wards.

Availability of essential medicines, IV fluids, ORS, and other emergency medical supplies must also be guaranteed.

The Mayor Karachi further emphasized that trained doctors and paramedical staff should be deployed round-the-clock, and that emergency response protocols and triage systems must be effectively implemented to provide immediate medical assistance to patients.

He also instructed that clean drinking water be made available for patients and attendants, and that awareness campaigns regarding precautionary measures be conducted in hospitals.

Declaring the initiative as highly urgent, the Mayor directed the concerned officials to submit daily situation reports to ensure that citizens receive timely and adequate medical facilities during the heatwave.