UMERKOT: A young man died from heatstroke in Kunri town as extreme heat paralyzed life in Umerkot district, with temperatures soaring to 46°C with 52°C `feel` on Monday.

Abdul Jabbar Kapri, 25, fell unconscious near Toba Shakh stop in the town and was rushed to Kunri taluka hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead on arrival.

Besides, prolonged power outages and water shortages have further aggravated the situation for people.

The extreme heat the arid region is witnessing these days has equally affected wildlife with dozens of peacocks and livestock, including goats and cows, reported dead from scorching heat and thirst.