Kuwait Records World’s Highest Temperature of 49°C
On Friday, Kuwait experienced an extreme weather event, with the Mataraba weather station registering a record high temperature of 49°C.
Expert Insights
Meteorologist Fahad Al Otaibi emphasized the urgent need for effective measures to combat rising temperatures in Kuwait’s desert climate.
He highlighted afforestation as the fastest and most effective strategy to mitigate heat.
Key Recommendations:
- Planting Trees:
- Establishing greenery along residential streets and sidewalks could lower temperatures by 3 to 8 degrees Celsius.
- Increased vegetation can also help reduce dust levels, which predominantly originates from the north and southwest.
- Importance of Vegetation:
- Al Otaibi stated that enhancing the vegetation cover is essential for coping with the increasingly harsh summer conditions in Kuwait.
Successful Models
Al Otaibi referenced China’s successful transformation of urban areas into green zones, suggesting that Kuwait could achieve similar environmental and economic benefits through collaboration among government agencies.
This record temperature underscores the importance of proactive environmental strategies to ensure a sustainable and livable climate in Kuwait.
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