There’s going to be a major dip in temperature in North India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned the public. They informed us on Monday that mercury will start dipping in the northern part of the country, and dense fog will envelop us all. And this will start from tomorrow i.e. Tuesday (December 29th) onwards.
But there’s nothing to worry about, we have got a foolproof guide for you to tackle the incoming cold wave in the most effective manner.
According to the authorities, the temperature is likely to go below the five-degree mark.
► Under the influence of the strengthening of cold & dry northwesterly/northerly lower level winds:
i) Fall in minimum temperatures by about 2°C over most parts of Northwest and Central India during next 3 days (29th-31st Dec) and rise by 3-5°C thereafter for subsequent 3 days.— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) December 29, 2020
But why there is this sudden cold wave? Well, that’s because of the weather disturbance in the Himalayas.
According to IMD officials, cold and dry northerly and northwesterly winds from the western Himalayas are the reason behind this temperature dip. And unfortunately, there is not going to be any relief from it anytime soon.
The biggest worry of them all is that this dip in mercury will invite more diseases amidst the pandemic. IMD officials also gave out a warning that there is a higher possibility of people catching the flu, or suffering from a running nose and nosebleeds too.
Furthermore, they also suggest that if you experience major chills along with shivering, then you should consult your doctor. They have requested everyone to stay indoors to stay protected.
“Frostbite can occur due to prolonged exposure to cold. The skin turns pale, hard, and numb and eventually, black blisters appear on the exposed body parts, such as fingers, toes, nose, and or earlobes. Severe frostbite needs immediate medical attention and treatment,” the IMD said in its health warning.
All India Weather Forecast & Warning video based on 08:30 hours IST of 29-12-2020 pic.twitter.com/8tR3oKLp9y
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) December 29, 2020
But before you start worrying about yourself and your family’s well-being, just go through these guidelines issued by the IMD to deal with this ruthless weather.
Well, is the cold wave alert being a hurdle in your new year’s plan? But you need to relax a bit as this wave is not going to harm either you or your family. You know why? Because we have some golden rules that will help you tackle this cold wave like a pro!
IMD suggests you abide by these eight things so that you can tackle the cold wave:
1. Keep yourself moisturized
Your skin and hair can be ruthlessly affected by this cold weather, which can make them dull and dry. That is why it is important to keep moisturizing your skin with a deeply nourishing cream or oil and you should do it quite frequently.
2. Stay hydrated and consume vitamin C as much as possible
We are all now aware of the importance of vitamin C amidst the pandemic. It’s indeed all about boosting your immunity, so have generous doses of this vitamin during this weather. Along with that, also have sufficient amounts of fluids to avoid dryness or dehydration
3. Stay indoors to stay warm
It is very important to stay indoors to stay warm this season. Do not step out unnecessarily to avoid getting sick, either at the hands of the cold weather or covid-19!
4. No alcohol, please!
You might have already stocked up your vault for the New Year bash but you should also know consuming alcohol can lower your body temperature, even further? Which is not a good idea in the biting cold then is it?
5. Wear warm clothes
If you stay in a place that seems like much of snow or rain, then use gumboots to keep your feet from getting wet. If you get wet, then change your clothes immediately to stay warm.
This will help to prevent loss of body heat. You can also keep yourself warm with several layers, rather than just wearing a coat or a pullover.
6. Don’t rub your skin forcefully
In case a certain area of your body is cold, say your feet or hands, then use lukewarm water to control the body temperature, rather than rubbing the skin vigorously. In case the affected area turns black (like a bruise), immediately call your doctor and take his/her advice.
7. Maintain ventilation
In winters it is very important to maintain ventilation, if you are using a heater in your room, then please ensure that there is proper ventilation in the room so that you or your family members don’t inhale toxic smoke.
8. Use heating devices carefully
If you are using gas-based or electrical heating devices at home to keep yourself warm, then read the safety manual thoroughly to avoid any accident.