Dangerous Heatwave in India for the Next 5 Days
The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday predicted heatwave conditions in large parts of the country for at least the next five days.
The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday 27 April predicted ‘Heatwave’ conditions across the country for at least the next five days. What is a ‘Heatwave’? It is when the air temperature becomes very very dangerous for humans. People can faint, get dehydrated and sometimes even die. As per the IMD, heatwave conditions will be worse in Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, interior of West Bengal, interior Odisha and northern parts of Gujarat State. Temperatures in the country can go from 38 degrees to 46 degrees. Schools in Odisha are shut because of the heatwave. Delhi has been alert as well. This presents a major problem for India's population as a large portion lives without air conditioning, creating a life-threatening situation, particularly for the elderly.
How can you keep yourself safe during the heatwave?
Reduce your exposure to heat, avoid going out between 1-3 pm, drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty and wear white or light-coloured cotton clothes. Also, drink cooling beverages such as buttermilk, aam panna, mint water, lemon water, and ensure that your head is covered with a wet cloth if you are working outdoors.
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People need to stay indoors and keep themselves hydrated. They must rush to the nearest health center even if they experience dizziness, or discomfort. Experts say that the reason for the heatwave is climate change and extreme pollution. We urge people to be very careful during the next 5 days. Share this video with your family and friends to spread the word and keep everyone safe.
