Shahbaz Ali, a 32-year-old ride-hailing motorcycle driver, begins his day drenched in sweat before 8 a.m. The relentless sun forces him to navigate through Karachi’s congested streets as he battles extreme temperatures that can soar over 104°F (40°C). The high humidity, exacerbated by the Arabian Sea, makes the conditions unbearable, pushing the heat index past 115°F.
"Living here feels like being in a furnace," Shahbaz reflects, revealing the harsh reality of his daily struggles. Sleep deprivation from regular power outages adds to his exhaustion, with the heat making it nearly impossible to find relief. Despite the challenges, he knows that stopping work is not an option—his family's needs depend on his earnings.
Karachi, known as Pakistan's largest city, presents a grueling environment where citizens persevere through overwhelming heat. Shahbaz's story highlights the resilience required to survive in such extreme conditions, shaping a narrative of endurance and sacrifice in the face of climate adversity.
"Living here feels like being in a furnace," Shahbaz reflects, revealing the harsh reality of his daily struggles. Sleep deprivation from regular power outages adds to his exhaustion, with the heat making it nearly impossible to find relief. Despite the challenges, he knows that stopping work is not an option—his family's needs depend on his earnings.
Karachi, known as Pakistan's largest city, presents a grueling environment where citizens persevere through overwhelming heat. Shahbaz's story highlights the resilience required to survive in such extreme conditions, shaping a narrative of endurance and sacrifice in the face of climate adversity.
