This picture taken on August 26, 2021 shows a view of the cruise liner Carnival Spirit moored in Dubai while the city skyline is covered in mist due to high humidity. Gulf cities like Dubai are already famous for their scorching summers, but experts warn climate change could soon make parts of the fossil fuel-rich region unliveable for humans. Even now, Dubai residents often leave for cooler climates during the hottest months, while many who stay spend their time scurrying between air-conditioned locations -- or rely on delivery drivers for a panoply of services. AFP PHOTO
DOHA: Gulf cities, such as Dubai, are known for their scorching summers, but experts warn climate change could soon make parts of the fossil fuel-rich region unlivable for humans.
Daily temperatures in the coastal metropolis regularly top 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) for several months of the year and are exacerbated by high humidity.
