- By Nidhi Giri
- Fri, 31 May 2024 10:47 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Odisha News: Ten people died of suspected heatstroke while several are in critical condition as mercury levels soared to 46.1 degrees Celsius in Rourkela on Thursday, officials said. Those in critical condition are being treated at the district government hospital. The director-in-charge (DIC) of Rourkela Government Hospital (RGH), Dr Sudharani Pradhan, said the deaths occurred within a span of six hours from 2 pm onwards.
“Eight people were dead by the time they reached the hospital, while the rest died while undergoing treatment here. This was likely due to the intense heatwave,” she said, as quoted by news agency PTI.
“The body temperatures were around 103-104 degrees Fahrenheit, which is very high given the weather conditions. This could be the possible reason behind the deaths. The history could not be studied as they arrive dead,” she added.
A few more people were undergoing treatment.
“At this moment the real cause is not known. It could be ascertained tomorrow after the post-mortem examination,” said Pradhan.
Meanwhile, “Jharsuguda recorded the summer's hottest day with mercury reaching 47 degrees Celsius on Thursday. The heat index in Jharsuguda was about 52 degrees Celsius due to the sweltering heat accompanied with 22 per cent humidity. Western city Sambalpur recorded 45.6 degrees Celsius and 29 per cent humidity for which the heat index was about 55 degrees Celsius,” Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre's scientist Umasankar Das posted on ‘X’ (formally Twitter).
Symptoms Of Heatstroke
1.Increased body temperature above 40°C, or 104°F
2.Modified behavior or mental state, including delirium, agitation, confusion, seizures, or coma.
3.Variations in sweating patterns: heatstroke brought on by the weather causes the skin to feel hot and dry, while activity causes the skin to feel somewhat wet.
4.Vomiting and nausea
5.Flushed skin
6.Shallow, rapid breathing
7.Heat stress-related racing heart rate
8.Headache
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Prevention From Heatstroke
1.Put on airy, loose-fitting clothes.
2.Avoid becoming sunburned.
3.Make sure to stay hydrated.
4.When using certain medications, exercise particular caution.
5.In a parked car, never leave anyone alone.
6.Reduce the amount of time you spend working or exercising in the heat until you become acclimated to it.
7.Be cautious if you're at a higher risk.
