Jagran correspondent, Aligarh. Due to dense fog and increasing melting in the cold wave, the minimum temperature in Aligarh on Sunday was 9 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature was 18 degrees Celsius, making the condition of humans, animals and birds miserable. There was silence in the markets, factories and intersections as people remained confined to their homes due to the bone-chilling cold. The fog slowed down the speed of the wheels of the vehicles and the train arrived late.
People hiding in their homes to protect themselves from the cold, everyone from humans to animals and birds are in bad condition.
The effect of fog was less on Sunday morning but the haze remained prevalent throughout the day. Due to the haze, the sun's rays were disappearing as soon as they reached the ground, there was no relief from this. Left shivering due to cold wind. When people woke up in the morning, seeing the freezing cold, they sat down again under the quilt. The effect of the cold wave was visible on the markets as well as offices. There is silence in the markets even before evening. In the last 24 hours, the maximum temperature was recorded at 17.4 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature was 8.8 degrees Celsius. There was a drop of 3.6 degrees in the maximum temperature.
Fog will remain, there will be no relief
Westerly wind is blowing in eastern Uttar Pradesh due to snowfall in the hilly areas. Due to this, fog will remain in Aligarh for the next 10 days. At least there will be more fog in some places. Day and night temperatures have also declined in the district.
increased risk of hypothermia
Physician Dr. Amit told that the body temperature goes below the normal 95 Fahrenheit. The body loses heat faster than it produces it. This happens due to living in cold weather. The brain stops functioning properly. Shivering, chills and difficulty in speaking are the initial symptoms. Slow movements, lethargy, confusion and difficulty taking decisions are moderate symptoms. Stopping shivering, unconsciousness, slow pulse and breathing and cardiac arrest are serious symptoms.
This is a medical emergency that can lead to heart failure and death. In such a situation, call an ambulance immediately. Cover the patient with dry clothes and blanket, especially the head and neck. Move the affected person from a cold place to a warm room. If conscious, give warm drink. Give CPR if the person is not breathing and is unconscious. Only trained persons should do the work of giving CPR.
Health department issued advisory
The health department advised people not to go out and drink hot water. Advisory has been given that in case of stomach pain or cramps, consult a doctor immediately, consume warm water, cover ears and head. Wear helmet and gloves while driving. People from all walks of life are facing problems due to cold and thaw.
This week the temperature was like thisDate Maximum Minimum 20 December 17, 1019 December 24, 1018 December 23, 11 17 December 22, 1016 December 24, 12.................