Heat
The seasonal onset of the fierce and dry Simoom winds has commenced today and will continue for two weeks, as announced by Qatar Calendar House (QCH). Simoom, a well-known phenomenon in the Arabian Peninsula, brings with it extremely hot and dry w..
With schools closed and children at home for the long summer break, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) reminds parents and caregivers to protect children from excessive heat and humidity to prevent heat-related illnesses, which are more prevalent during..
Kuwait has announced temporary power cuts in certain areas during peak consumption hours, citing difficulties in meeting the increased demand caused by extreme summer heat. On Wednesday, Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable E..
Since the onset of summer in Qatar, the government has implemented various measures to protect people from heat-related illnesses in both indoor and outdoor spaces, while also raising awareness through social media channels. With rising temperatures,..
In an effort to protect workers from the hazards of summer heat stress, the Ministry of Labour has announced a ban on outdoor work during daytime hours. Effective from June 1, 2024, to September 15, 2024, working in open spaces will be prohibited bet..
The maximum temperature in India breached the critical threshold of 50°C for the first time this summer, coming close to the all-time high as deadly heat waves sweep across several states. On Tuesday, the mercury hit a scorching 50.5°..
Fuelled by climate change, the world's oceans have broken temperature records every single day over the past year, a BBC analysis finds. Nearly 50 days have smashed existing highs for the time of year by the largest margin in the satellite era..
Formula One’s governing body, the FIA, has pledged to take measures to safeguard drivers’ health after several reported severe physical distress during Sunday’s Qatar Grand Prix. Cockpit temperatures reached close to 50°C (12..
.jpg)
The NHRC will not be stopping Qatar’s efforts of keeping their employees safe from the heat stress that is associated with work and to take precautions of any gaps that may interrupt actual and complete protection from dangers of the heat stres..
.jpg)
Qatar Secures Place Among the World's Top 10 Wealthiest Nations
.jpg)
Hamad International Airport Witnesses Record Increase in Passenger Traffic
Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah
What are Qatar's Labour Laws on Annual Leave?
.jpg)
.jpg)
.png)
.jpg)
