الَْلهُمَّ أَجِِرْنَا مِنَ النَّار.
Allahumma Ajirni Minan Naar.
65 dead within 2 days as the massive heat wave takes over Karachi.
PRECAUTIONS
1)When you’re performing indoor activities, make sure to open all the windows. In a city like Karachi when the temperature is too hot, make use of fans or air-conditioner for good ventilation.
2)Try avoiding vigorous exercise stuffy environment. Always choose an indoor venue that provides a good ventilation.
3)You can help yourself by wearing light-colored and avoid fitted clothing, make sure to use an umbrella while going outdoors to avoid direct sunlight.
4)Increase your water consumption, drink plenty glasses of water to avoid dehydration. Drink ample of water before Seheri, go for fruit and vegetable jucies as well.
5)Avoid drinking tea and coffee.
6)Take frequent baths to cool off your body.
Signs and Symptoms of Heat Stroke:
1)You will feel your skin is warm and flushed.
2)You will feel dizziness and weakness.
3)If you feel feverish, seek medical help.
4)Watch out for headaches.
Causes of Heat Stroke:
1)Dehydration
2)Exercise in hot weather
3)Hot and humid weather itself
4)Direct exposure to sun
5)Working outdoors
Treatment for emergencies:
1)Move the person having heat stroke to a shady place or take him/her indoor and make him/her lie with the legs elevated.
2)Have them sip cool water if they’re able to drink liquids.
Apply water to skin, remove clothing and put the fan or air conditioner on.
3)Apply ice to armpits, ankles, groin and waist.
MAY ALLAH PROTECT US, MAKE THIS RAMADAN EASY FOR ALL OF US AND INCREASE OUR REWARDS. Aameen 🙂
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