Himachal: Heatstroke advisory issued over soaring temperatures in Una

The Una district administration in Himachal Pradesh on Thursday issued an advisory regarding rising temperatures and their impact on the daily lives of locals.

The temperature in the district is roughly 32 to 37 degrees Celsius in the morning, and during the day it reaches a sweltering 43 to 45 degrees Celsius. Una was hottest during the day on Wednesday, recording a high of 44 degrees Celsius, and the weather is experiencing hot, hazy sunshine with minimal cloud cover.

Una Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Sanjeev Kumar Verma issued an advisory regarding protection against rising temperatures (heatstroke) in the Una district. He said that temperatures are rising due to forest fires.

Consequently, heatstroke can prove fatal; therefore, it is essential to take precautions to protect oneself from heatstroke, sunstroke, and the general effects of heat.

To prevent dehydration during the summer, he suggested drinking plenty of water and consuming ORS, lemon water, or lassi. He also advised wearing light, loose-fitting cotton clothing and using an umbrella, towel, or cap to protect the head from direct sunlight.

Wearing shoes or sandals while outdoors is also recommended, he added.

Furthermore, Dr Verma advised keeping windows in sun-facing rooms closed during the day and opening them at night. He cautioned against consuming alcohol, tea, coffee, overly sweet beverages, and carbonated drinks.

He highlighted the importance of recognising symptoms of heat exhaustion and sunstroke, such as severe headaches, a body temperature reaching 104 degrees Fahrenheit, nausea and vomiting, restlessness, dizziness, fainting, shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, and hot, red, dry skin.

He emphasised that in cases of heat exhaustion or sunstroke, immediate first aid measures should be taken. The patient should be moved to a shaded area, airflow should be increased using a fan, and the body should be wiped with a wet cloth or sprinkled with water. It is crucial not to give anything to eat or drink if the patient is unconscious, he mentioned.

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