Kuwait City Heatwave: Birds Drop, Fish Boil, Residents Flee

In Kuwait City, summer temperatures frequently exceed 50°C, causing birds to fall from the sky and fish to boil in the sea. Residents, seeking refuge, rely heavily on air-conditioned spaces, while the government has introduced nighttime funerals to avoid the oppressive daytime heat.
The city's concrete infrastructure intensifies the heat, with temperatures reaching a record 54°C in 2016. Climate projections indicate a potential rise of 5.5°C by century's end, raising concerns about the city's future habitability.
In 2023, Kuwait City experienced temperatures above 50°C on nineteen occasions, underscoring the escalating impact of climate change on urban environments.