According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the highest temperature of 48 degrees Celsius was recorded at Rahim Yar Khan, Jacobabad and Turbat, while DG Khan, Nokundi, Dadu and Sukkur areas hit 47 degrees Celsius (117 Farenheit). (AP video by Muhammad Farooq)

Heatwave brings temperatures of up to 48C (118 F) to parts of Pakistan

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the highest temperature of 48 degrees Celsius was recorded at Rahim Yar Khan, Jacobabad and Turbat, while DG Khan, Nokundi, Dadu and Sukkur areas hit 47 degrees Celsius (117 Farenheit). (AP video by Muhammad Farooq)