<h5>IMD issues alerts!</h5><p>Everyone can feel the heat these days, especially when you step outside.</p><p>The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, saying that temperatures could increase further.</p><p>Temperatures could rise a lot, with a severe heatwave expected across North India, including Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, etc., from 18-20 May 2024.</p><h5>Effect of rising heat on humans.</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/heatwave-alert-issued-for-some-indian-states%2FHeat%202.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=65a4b16a-4307-47eb-bfbe-134cf1ba9af4"><figcaption>A person with a towel wrapped across his head to protect himself from the heat. Photo by Mint.</figcaption></figure><p>High temperatures and heatwaves can lead to heat exhaustion, dehydration, and heatstroke. People can also fall severely ill from staying under the sun for too long.</p><p>Effects of this heat can range from mild discomfort to even something severe that might require hospitalisation. So, do take care of yourself.</p><h5>Protect yourself.</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/heatwave-alert-issued-for-some-indian-states%2FHeat%203.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=f6fdef19-2cb0-4e5b-ab29-6a5d13b3b049"><figcaption>A person with an umbrella. Photo by Telegraph India.</figcaption></figure><p>First, drink enough water to stay hydrated. Avoid going out in the sun, especially from 12 pm to 3 pm. If you are at school, avoid playing directly under the sun.</p><p>Wear light-coloured, loose clothes. If you need to go out, you must carry an umbrella to protect yourself from the sun. Also, carry a water bottle with you.</p><h5>How can we help others?</h5><p>While most of us stay indoors during hot weather, others aren't as fortunate.</p><p>People like our house help and delivery agents work in the extreme heat. We can offer them water to help them stay cool.</p><p>We can also keep some water bowls outside our house for the street animals.</p>

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