Pakistan, April 30 -- Hot and dry weather is expected to persist across most parts of the country today, with southern regions likely to experience severe heat conditions, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department.

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The weather department said temperatures are expected to remain above seasonal averages in several areas, particularly in Sindh and Balochistan, where heat intensity is likely to remain high throughout the day.

Officials reported that during the past 24 hours, the highest temperature in the country was recorded in Turbat and Nawabshah, where mercury climbed to 46 degrees Celsius.

Other high readings included 45 degrees Celsius in Sakrand, while ...