Zimbabwe suffers record high temperatures

Harare, Zimbabwe (PANA) - Zimbabwe Tuesday recorded its highest temperatures in nearly 50 years, with most parts of the country recording more than 42 degrees celsius.

According to the Director of the Meteorological Services Department, Amos Makarau, the high temperatures will last a few more days. He warned people to stay indoors and take a lot of liquids.

Makarau said the temperatures had broken the record of the hottest October registered in 1962 of 41 degrees celsius.

The weather agency said high rates of evaporation and exposure to ultra-violet radiation had caused the high temperatures.

"We strongly urge those who carry out outdoor activities to wear hats and stay in shades as much as possible. Farmers should carry out their farmining activities early and stop by mid-morning," Makarau said.

October is traditionally the hottest month in Zimbabwe.
-0- PANA RS/BOS 25Oct2011