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Qatar MET issues safety tips for hot weather conditions

Published: 02 May 2017 - 12:06 pm | Last Updated: 28 Dec 2021 - 11:39 am
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Doha: Temperature in Qatar is expected to rise to early thirty and forty degree Celsius over most areas during coming days.

The weather in Doha is relatively dry and hot winds are reported often. In order to combat the scorching heat and dry weather conditions certain precautionary measures have been tweeted by Qatar Meteorology Department.

Safety Tips:

It is better to avoid outdoor activities and direct sunlight as much as possible.

Wear light weight and light coloured clothing to reflect sunlight.

Drinking plenty of fluids is necessary.

Make sure that children are not left unattended or locked up in a vehicle.

Outdoor workers should take rest breaks in the shade as often as possible.

These precautions should be kept in mind before stepping out of the house in order to avoid unnecessary complication regarding ones health and safety.