What Does the Heat Index Mean?
During Pakistan's humid summers, the temperature shown on a thermometer can be misleading. The heat index explains why a coastal city can feel far more dangerous than a hotter but drier inland district.
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During Pakistan's humid summers, the temperature shown on a thermometer can be misleading. The heat index explains why a coastal city can feel far more dangerous than a hotter but drier inland district.
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