The Government of Rajasthan on May 30, 2024, issued advisories to prevent from heat waves.
The following has been stated namely: -
• Stay refreshed by consuming ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution), homemade drinks such as lemonade, buttermilk, etc.
• Wear light-coloured loose cotton clothes.
• Keep a hand fan with you for relief from heat.
• Parents shall not leave children or pets in vehicles as they may be at risk of heatstroke.
• Take special care of pets in increasing heat by not keeping a pet in any closed place because they start feeling dizzy quickly in hot weather, and Keep two bowls of water so that if one runs out of water, they can drink from the other
• Take special care of old and weak people in increasing heat by keeping their body wet, bathe them, or placing a wet towel around their neck and armpits.
• Children shall not go directly in the sun, especially between 12 noon and 4 pm.
• If the child feels dizzy, vomiting, nervous, chest pain, or difficulty in breathing, take him to the doctor immediately.
• Children shall not consume junk food during the summer season, eat fresh fruits, salad, and home-cooked food.
