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issue 2 79
25 April 2014
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Temperatures in Hua Hin and surrounding areas are set to continue at
close to boiling point (100˚ Fahrenheit) and possibly higher as the sun will
be at its closest point to Thailand and directly above it on Sunday. While
temperatures have actually been recorded officially as close to the annual
average for this time of year, the ‘real feel’, a combination of the actual
temperature and humidity have reached 45˚ Celcius (113˚ Fahrenheit) at
peak times.
While everybody needs to take care in such high temperatures, foreigners,
the elderly and children should be particularly careful, as there can be a
real threat of heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Symptoms of heat exhaustion
include giddiness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath and mental
confusion. When the body temperature reaches 41°C or higher, the sufferer
will have convulsion or become unconscious; and this is heat stroke.
Immediately, the body temperature must be brought down and first aid be
given, or else the sufferer’s life will be in great danger.
To avoid the risk of heat stroke a few precautionary measures should be
taken; Wear light-coloured, loose and air permeable clothing to reduce heat
absorption and promote heat loss from sweating; Bring and drink plenty of
fluid to prevent dehydration; Avoid drinks containing caffeine (e.g. coffee
and tea) or alcohol, because they can speed up water loss from the body
through the urinary system; Do not engage in prolonged activities such
as hiking or trekking, as heat, sweating and exhaustion place additional
demands on one’s physique; Perform outdoor activities in the morning or
evening, if possible; Do not stay inside a parked vehicle; Seek medical
advice if feeling unwell.
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