Weather Update: Signs of Heat, but Cold Nights Cause Trouble; Risk of Illness for Young Children

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Although the city is experiencing the onset of summer, the persistent cold at night is causing a significant difference between day and night temperatures. The direct impact of the hot sun during the day and the cold air at night is affecting the health of citizens, especially school children, with an increase in illnesses such as fever, cold, cough, and body aches. Due to the constant changes in weather, serious illnesses like typhoid are also emerging. Parents are concerned about the health of students due to the twelfth-grade exams starting from Tuesday (February 10).

The Meteorological Department recorded a maximum temperature of 31 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 15 degrees Celsius on Sunday (February 8). The daytime temperature could rise to 37 degrees in the coming week, while the nighttime temperature will increase by 3 degrees. However, this disparity will persist, increasing health risks. The risk of respiratory disorders is higher due to poor air quality and air pollution in the city. The wind speed remained at 14 kilometers per hour on Sunday, which increased the levels of dust and particles.

Doctor's Advice, Take Care

Doctors have advised children to wear warm clothes in the morning and night, use hats, umbrellas, and sunglasses during the day, drink boiled water, and avoid eating food in the open. It is recommended to see a doctor immediately if there is fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. Due to strong winds and cold, there is a risk for heart patients, those with high blood pressure, and diabetes patients, while the heat increases the likelihood of heart attacks. Illnesses like stomach pain, constipation, and loss of appetite are also increasing.

Experts say that considering the effects of climate change on the body, especially children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses should remain alert.