The outbreak of heat in India is increasing every year. Every year hundreds of people fall ill due to Heatwave (Lu) and many also die. But have you ever thought how much heat our body can bear? After all, when does this temperature become fatal for us?
If you also need this important information related to heat, then this article is for you. Let us know the extent to which the body can withstand temperature, how can the heat be avoided and what to do when the effect of heat starts appearing on the body.
1. What is the normal temperature of the human body?
Common body temperature 36.1 ° C to 37.2 ° C (97 ° F to 99 ° F) lives in between. When this temperature starts to rise more, the body has a bad effect.
When does the risk increase?
| body temperature | Impact |
|---|---|
| 37 ° C – 38 ° C | Light heat is felt, sweating. |
| 38 ° C – 39 ° C | Weakness and dizziness can occur. |
| 39 ° C – 40 ° C | Heat can occur exhaustion (exhaustion). |
| 40 ° C – 41 ° C | The risk of heat stroke increases. |
| More than 41 ° C | Body parts can stop working, fatal conditions. |
If body temperature Go above 42 ° CSo it can be fatal and the person’s death can also occur.
2. What is the heatwave and how does it affect the body?
What is heatwave?
When the temperature in an area increases much more than normal for several consecutive days, it Heatwave (Lu) They say. Heatwave is declared in India when:
- Temperature in plains 45 ° C or more Reach
- Temperature in hilly areas More than 30 ° C yes.
- Normal 5 ° C – 6 ° C more Lets do it.
Heatwave effect on body
Due to heatwave, the inner heat of the body starts increasing. The body sweats to cool down, but if too much sweat comes out Dehydration (Lack of water) occurs. This causes lack of water and minerals in the body, which affects the organs.
3. Diseases and their symptoms
Heatwave can cause many serious diseases:
(1) Heat Cramps
symptoms: Muscle cramps, excessive sweating, weakness
rescue: Take water and electrolytes, rest in a cold place.
(2) Heat Exhaustion
symptoms: Headache, dizziness, weakness, excessive sweating
rescue: Stay in shady place, drink cold water and dissolve salt-sugar.
(3) Heat Stroke – Most Dangerous
symptoms: body temperature More than 40 ° CFainting, sharp heartbeat, vomiting
rescue: Immediately move to the cold place, cool the body with ice, call the doctor immediately.
Note: Heat stroke can be fatal. This is an emergency medical condition, it is necessary to treat immediate treatment.
4. How much heat can the body tolerate?
Maximum tolerant temperature of the body 40 ° C to 42 ° C It happens. Inner organs of the body when it grows more (Heart, mind, kidney) Can stop working.
Which people are more at risk?
Children and elderly
Heart and lung patients
Pregnant women
Workers, farmers, people working on road
Pre -sick people
5. Measures to avoid heat stroke
Some easy but necessary measures should be adopted to avoid heatwave:
What to do?
At least a day 3-4 liters of water Drink
Wear an umbrella, hat, sunglass before exiting.
Wear light and loose cotton clothes.
Drink coconut water, buttermilk, lemonade, mango emerald.
Avoid going out between 12 noon and 4 pm.
Take a bath twice a day to keep the body cool.
What not to do?
Do not drink too much cold drinks and caffeine (tea, coffee).
Do not go out bare head and empty stomach in the sun.
Do not eat too much fried and spicy food.
Do not stay in crowded places for long.
6. What is the government doing during heatwave?
The government and administration are taking several steps to deal with the scorching heat:
- Water tanker and cooling center: Cold water facilities are being provided in public places in many cities.
- School holidays: Schools have been closed due to heatwaves in West Bengal, Odisha and Jharkhand.
- Special wards in hospitals: Special arrangements have been made in hospitals for heat stroke patients.
- Shady place on the road: In many states, tents have been installed for shade on the roads.
7. How will the weather be in the coming days?
According to the Meteorological Department, heat is expected to increase in May and June. Temperature until the monsoon arrives Above 45 ° C May go. To get relief from the heatwave, you will have to wait for the monsoon, which Between June Can reach many parts of India.
