Red Warning for Cold Day
Source: India Meteorological Department.
START Saturday, 15.1.2022 6:30 PM
END Sunday, 16.1.2022 6:30 PM
Cold Day: Cold day to severe cold day conditions in isolated pockets very likely over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.
Action suggested:
- Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight; warm woolen clothing. Cover your head, neck, hands, and toes adequately as majority of heat loss occurs through these body parts.
- Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight; warm woolen clothing rather than one layer of heavy cloth.
- Eat vitamin-C-rich fruits and vegetables and drink sufficient fluids preferably warm fluids to maintain adequate immunity.
- Avoid or limit outdoor activities.
- Keep dry, if wet, change cloths immediately to prevent loss of body heat.
- Wear insulated/waterproof shoes.
- Warm the affected area of the body slowly with lukewarm water; do not rub the skin vigorously. If the affected skin area turns black, immediately consult a doctor.
- Maintain ventilation while using Heaters to avoid inhaling toxic fumes.
- Take safety measures while using electrical and gas heating devices. Extreme care is needed for vulnerable people.
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible for someone suffering from frostbite/ Hypothermia
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