The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has said that the excessive heat being experienced in the country presently would remain for a while.
NiMET disclosed this in its weather and climate update posted on its official X page on Wednesday.
The agency in the post also outlined the weather’s implications and provided guidance to the public on how to manage the situation.
“Air Temperatures hit 41°C over the North and 39°C over the South with model Projections indicating temperatures to remain high in the coming days,” NiMET said.
-Advertisement-
“IMPLICATIONS:
Dehydration: This could also cause fainting; chicken pox disease, measles, heat rash, weakness of the body, slight fever, and dry lips; Heat-related illnesses; Respiratory Issues; and increased vulnerability to chronic conditions.
READ ALSO: NBA Rejects Agreement To Let UK Lawyers Practise In Nigeria
“ADVISORIES:
Adequate fluid intake. Seek shade, use fans, and wear light, breathable clothing to reduce exposure to high temperatures.
Avoid strenuous physical activity during peak heat hours (Stay indoors as much as possible between 12:00 noon and 4:00 pm).”
“Air Temperatures hit 41°C over the North and 39°C over the South with model projections indicating temperatures to remain high in the coming days.
“IMPLICATIONS:
Dehydration: this could also cause fainting; chickenpox disease, measles, heat Rash.”
We do everything possible to supply quality news and information to all our valuable readers day in, day out and we are committed to keep doing this.
Your kind donation will help our continuous research efforts.
-Advertisement-
-Want to get the news as it breaks?-
