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Haitham EL-TABEI

THE TRUTH ABOUT: Saudi delivery drivers bake in deadly summer heat | History Defined

A Pakistani delivery worker poses for a photo during a break in the Saudi capital Riyadh (Credit: AFP)

Sheltering under a palm tree in Saudi Arabia's capital, a Pakistani delivery driver stole a quick break during the lunch rush when orders -- and scorching temperatures -- are at their peak.

Gulping a bottle of cold water as the mercury neared 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit), the motorcycle driver said he was well aware the Gulf kingdom's harsh summer heat could be fatal.

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