North India is witnessing severe heatwaves.
People should try to stay indoors in the scorching heat and wear light and loose clothes.
Many states and UTs in India, including the capital, Delhi, are experiencing severe heat at this time. In terms of temperature, Delhi is hotter than Death Valley, US at this time. If reports are to be believed, the maximum temperature of Death Valley on May 28 is expected to be 42.7 degrees Celsius, while on May 28, i.e., today, the temperature of Delhi is expected to reach 46–47 degrees Celsius. However, do you know how much temperature can be dangerous for the body?
According to the latest report, Death Valley, in the US state of California, is considered the hottest place in the world. The average temperature here in the summer is 45 degrees Celsius. On July 10, 1913, the temperature here was recorded at 56.7 °C, which is the highest to date, but this is only the air temperature. The surface heat at this place is very high. On July 15, 1972, the ground temperature in Death Valley was recorded at 93.9 degrees Celsius, which was only a few degrees less than the boiling temperature of water. This is why it is considered the hottest place on earth.
How Much Temperature Is Bad for the Body?
According to reports, our body stops working properly when the temperature rises between 40 and 50 degrees Celsius. According to researchers at the University of Roehampton, England, when the outside temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, the human body can lose its cooling capacity, and due to this, it can stop working properly. However, more research is needed in this regard.
How Do You Keep Your Body Healthy in Extreme Heat?
Dr Sonia Rawat, director of the Preventive Health and Wellness Department of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, recently shared that the heat is wreaking havoc at this time and people desperately need to avoid it. People should try to stay indoors in the scorching heat and wear light and loose clothes. To keep the body hydrated in extreme heat, one should drink as much water as possible and carry a water bottle when going out. One should avoid staying in the sun for too long and eat fruits and vegetables. In any emergency, one should consult a doctor immediately and get treatment.
