What is heat wave?

Scientifically, a heat wave occurs when the weather temperature is usually hot and prolonged compared to the normal day’s expected heat. Heat wave may extend up to several days and weeks and the crucial causes of weather-related mortality, affecting both developing and developed countries at the same time. 

Effects on human body

Heat wave may cause aggravate drought, health effects of heat-related stress, including dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke.

Scientists have cautioned people to be prepared for the next heat wave between 40 to 50 °C.

Physicians have recommended to avoid drinking cold or ice water which may take a heavy toll on the human body.

These are the do’s and don’ts:

1. * Doctors advise not to drink very cold water when the temperature reaches 40 ° C, as our small blood vessels may burst. 

A person reportedly returned home from outside in a very hot day and he was sweating profusely. He wanted to cool himself quickly and washed his feet with cold water. Suddenly, he collapsed and was taken to hospital.

2. When the heat outdoors reaches 38 ° C and you come home, don’t drink cold water. Drink only warm water slowly.

3. Do not wash your hands or feet immediately if they are exposed to the hot sun. Wait at least half an hour before washing or showering.

4. Someone wanted to cool down from the heat and immediately took a shower. After the shower, the person was taken to hospital with a stiff jaw and had a stroke.

5. During the hot months if you are very tired, avoid drinking very cold water immediately, as it can cause the veins or blood vessels to narrow, which can lead to a stroke.

* Please spread the warning to others! *