The Indian Metrological Department on Friday issued fresh weather alerts for the upcoming 3-4 days. With mercury hitting 45- degree, IMD has issued an orange alert for Punjab and Haryana while yellow alert has been issued for several party of Chandigarh. The alert has especially been issued for 18th and 19th May 2024.
IMD issued an advisory requesting people not to go out from 12 noon till 5pm. An orange alert means that residents should be prepared to face the unbearable heatwave.
Apart from this, Punjab Education Department on Thursday also ordered all the government and private schools to announce their summer vacation from 1st June 2024 to 30th June 2024. In the letter issued by the department, it is written that orders with the approval of the Education Minister have been issued. Copies of this order have been sent to all the districts. The department announced that action will be taken against those found to be violating the order.
Here are some of the tips you must follow to protect yourself from heatwave
1. Avoid direct exposure to sun
2. Avoid to go out during afternoon
3. Always keep yourself hydrated
4. Do not leave children or pets locked inside parked cars
5. Drink plenty of water and eat fruits like watermelon
6. Always keep a packet of ORS with you if you feel dehydrated