IMD Heatwave Warning Extended to June 9: Safety Guide and Peak Hours to Avoid in UP and Bihar This Week
IMD extends heatwave warning till June 9 in UP and Bihar. Know peak heat hours, safety precautions, dehydration risks, and heatstroke prevention tips.
Residents of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar should exercise caution as heatwave conditions are still affecting many districts in both states this week. Daytime temperatures are being recorded significantly higher than the normal range in many parts of both states. As a result, outdoor workers and people such as children and the elderly may be at increased risk for dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Meteorologists indicate that long periods of exposure to extreme heat can impair your body’s ability to regulate its temperature. Therefore, it is critical that you protect yourself from the heat during the hottest time of day.
Peak Heat Hours to Avoid
Health professionals recommend limiting outdoor activities between:
12 PM and 4 PM
This is when solar radiation is highest, and the air temperature will usually be at its maximum. If you must work outdoors, find shaded areas to take frequent breaks.
How to Stay Safe During a Heatwave
Reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses by:
- Drinking plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty
- Wearing loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing made of cotton
- Wearing head coverings, such as hats, umbrellas or scarves, if you are outside
- Ventilating your home by opening windows to let in cooler air during the morning and evening hours
- Avoiding strenuous activity in the afternoons
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Final Words
The heatwave currently affecting UP and Bihar reminds us just how important it is to be safe from heat in summer months. Good methods of limiting your risk of illness include; avoiding going outdoors during the hottest part of the day ( noon – 4pm), drinking plenty of fluids when working outside and watching for early warning signs of heat-related illness.
FAQs
What are the hottest hours of the day?
The hours of 12pm – 4pm are usually the hottest hours of the day.
How much water should I drink?
You should consume fluid whenever you are thirsty, particularly if you are spending time outdoors.
Who is most at risk during a heatwave?
Children, seniors, outdoor workers, and those with health problems.
What Are the Early Signs of Heat Exhaustion?
The early signs of heat exhaustion are often; being dizzy, weak and tired, having a headache, or sweating a lot.
