Heat wave impact: Precautionary measures to take to stay safe
From staying hydrated to avoiding outdoor activities, here are a few ways to stay safe during extreme heat waves.
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Heat wave early warnings must be taken seriously, and we should plan out day accordingly so that we can do most of outdoor activities post sunset. (Rahul Raut/HT PHOTO)
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Staying hydrated throughout the day is very important. We should ensure to keep drinking water and other fluids throughout the day, without fail.
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With the summer season coming in, heat wave alerts have been announced in several cities. The temperature is soaring higher, and it is having a significant impact on our daily lives. Heat waves can be extremely dangerous, and they can lead to heat stroke. Here are a few prevention measures that we can take to ensure that we are safe from heat wave impact.(File Photo)
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Strenuous activities mostly involving outdoors should be avoided during the heat wave season. We should also try to stay indoors as much as possible. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP)
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