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Monday, July 24, 2006
Canary Islands on Amber Alert Against Heatwave
Stolen from Terror AlertCanary Island health services today, are recommending precautions against a foreseeable increase in temperatures and have activated hospitals and emergency services to be prepared for possible greater demand.
After the National Meteorological Institute announced the foreseeable rise in temperatures, the alert level was raised to "orange". The effects of the rise in temperatures will be felt more generally in the province of Santa Cruz and, in the capital, temperatures of 26C minimum and 34C maximum are forecast.
Drink Lots
To avoid the effects of the heatwave, they advise, above all not to wait until you are thirsty, but to drink water at least once per hour and more, if you undertake any physical exercise or are one of the "high risk groups", such as the children, older people or those with pre-existing medical conditions. They also advise you to AVOID alcohol and to eat fruit and vegetables, but not to eat heavy or large meals or foods that can easily be contaminated, such as salad or mayonnaise.
Mad Dogs
Stay out of the noon day sun! In fact, the authorities advise against exposing yourself to the sun between the hours of 12:00 and 16:00, as this is the time when it can do you most harm and, they also say you should avoid going into the water after eating. Yes, just like your mum used to tell you. Mums know, you know!
If, despite following these preventative measures, you begin to feel overcome by the effects of the heat, it is recommended that you refresh yourself with wet sponges or towels or, take a bath or shower if you do NOT feel dizzy. If the symptoms don't resolve themselves, see a doctor as soon as possible.
Sanidad alerta ante una ola de calor
