ADVISORY FOR PROTECTION AGAINST HEAT WAVE
Amid heat wave alert (yellow) has been issued for the state by India Meteorological Dept- Hyderabad (IMD-H) as 18 districts in Telangana to witness hot and humid conditions with temperatures soaring to a maximum of 44 degrees Celsius the following Do’s and Don’ts are reiterated for citizens of Telangana.
Do’s
– Stay hydrated:
– Drink sufficient water as and when possible, even you are not thirsty. Use Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), and consume homemade drinks like lemon water, butter milk / lassi with some added salts, fruit juices etc..
– Carry water during travel
– Eat seasonal fruits and vegetables with high water content like water melon, muskmelon, orange, grapes, pineapple, cucumber, lettuce or other locally available fruits and vegetables.
– Stay covered:
– Wear thin loose cotton garments preferably light colored
– Cover your head: use umbrella, hat, cap, towel and other traditional head gears during exposure to direct sunlight
– Wear shoes or chappals while going out in sun.
– Stay indoors as much as possible:
– In well ventilated and cool places
– Block direct sunlight and heat waves: Keep windows and curtains closed during the day, especially on the sunny side of your house. Open them up at night to let cooler air in.
– If going outdoor, limit your outdoor activity to cooler times of the day i.e., morning and evening
– Stay alert:
– Listen to Radio; watch TV; read Newspaper for local weather news.
Get the latest update of weather on India Meteorological Department (IMD) website at https://mausam.imd.gov.in/
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