From early symptoms to emergencies, doctors explain how to stay safe in extreme heat

Last updated: April 29, 2026 | 16:13

Summer in the UAE has already begun

Dubai: The UAE summer is knocking on our doorsteps.

It is starting to get humid, relentless and, for many people, genuinely dangerous. As temperatures climb toward 45 degrees and coastal humidity sits between 60 and 90 per cent, even healthy adults can find themselves in trouble faster than expected. Two doctors break down what you need to know before you step outside.

Know your warning signs from your body

Heat-related illness does not arrive all at once.…