Residents of Jacobabad, Pakistan, are enduring increasingly intense heatwaves exacerbated by frequent and prolonged electricity outages. Temperatures have reached a heat index of 51°C, making daily life a struggle for survival rather than mere comfort. Interviews conducted as part of a research project reveal that access to basic necessities like electricity and water are dwindling, forcing residents to rely on limited resources like solar power. The situation is particularly dire as the risks associated with prolonged heat exposure are not fully understood, and societal impacts remain unknown. Jacobabad, already known as one of the world’s hottest cities, is experiencing a shift from concerns about liveability to questions of survivability. The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued warnings, but the escalating intensity of the heat poses a significant and growing threat to the community.