Achi news desk-
People are disturbed by the increasing heat in Bihar. Hot winds coming from the west caused the temperature in the country to cross 40 degrees Celsius. People are bothered by the strong sunlight and heat and it directly affects the body. Sometimes it even becomes fatal. In such a situation, important information for rescue is provided by the Bihar Disaster Management Authority. It can save you from heat stroke.
Heat protection measures
As much as possible, do not go out in harsh sunlight.
Drink water as often as possible. Drink water often. Always keep drinking water with you during the ride.
Whenever you go out in the sun, wear light, loose and cotton clothes as much as possible. Use sunglasses. Cover your head with a scarf or hat and always wear shoes or slippers.
Consume homemade drinks like lassi, salt-sugar solution, butter, lemon water, panna mango etc. regularly.
Also include spring onions, satay, mint, fennel and poppy seeds in your daily diet.
What to do if you get a heatstroke?
Make the person suffering from heatstroke lie in the shade if there are tight clothes on the body, loosen them or remove them.
Wipe the body with a cold wet cloth or bathe in cold water.
Use refrigerators, fans, etc. to reduce body temperature.
Place a wet, cold cloth repeatedly on the neck, abdomen and head.
Give the person ORS/lemon water, salt sugar solution, butter or sherbet to drink, which can increase the amount of water in the body.
If the person is vomiting water or is unconscious, do not give them anything to eat or drink.
If a person suffering from heat stroke does not improve within an hour, take them to the nearest health center immediately.
