India Braces For Heat Waves, Here's How To Remain Safe

Summer is here, already

Summer has already made its presence felt after India recorded the hottest February in last 122 years.

IMD has issued a warning

The IMD has warned most parts of India could experience "extreme weather conditions" in April and May.

Centre has issued an advisory

Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory and has listed the dos and don'ts for protection against heat waves.

Consume fresh fruits to remain safe

People should consume fresh fruits such as watermelon, cucumber, lemon, and orange to remain safe.

Avoid high-protein food

One should avoid high-protein food and cooking during the peak summer hours.

Avoid tea, coffee

You should avoid alcohol, tea, coffee, and carbonated soft drinks as they dehydrate the body.

Have ORS, homemade drinks

You should have ORS, homemade drinks like lassi, torani (rice water), lemon water, and buttermilk. They help to rehydrate the body.

Wear thin clothes

You should wear thin, loose, cotton garments preferably light-coloured ones. Use a damp cloth on your head, neck, face, and limbs if you work outside.

Don't leave kids, pets in parked cars

One should also not leave their children or pets in parked vehicles in heat waves.