Kathmandu, April 28: In the wake of
sweltering heat, especially in Terai belt and Lumbini Province, the Department
of Hydrology and Meteorology, has urged people to stay at home.
Both the minimum and maximum
temperatures in most parts of country witnessed gradual rise for some days.
Some of the places recorded over 40 degree Celsius temperature.
The Department requested everyone
to maintain precaution for some days as the temperature could still rise.
Issuing a special bulletin on heat
wave on Saturday, the Department said we need to be aware that even the hilly
gorges and valleys were likely to have increased temperature for five
days.
The heat wave cause fatigue,
extreme thirst, headache, cramp, dizziness, faint, muscle pain, nausea,
vomiting and headache. The Department has suggested wearing thin cotton
clothes, and donning cap if it is urgent to go outside.
Similarly, high liquid intake is
strongly suggested.
People are further urged to consult
medical persons in case of severity. (RSS)