The Secretariat for Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC_CDMX) reported that it activated the Yellow Alert by forecast of cold and low temperatures in the extreme south of Mexico City.
A marked drop in temperature in city halls:
The National Metereological Service (SMN) predicted a Sunday with clear skies and without conditions for rain, in addition to cold environment in the morning with frosts in high areas of the periphery. In the afternoon warm atmosphere is expected.
It is anticipated that temperature drop to between 8 and 10 degrees Celsius, between 5:00 and 8:00, in the southern part of the capital.
In this situation it is recommended to the population wear at least two layers of clothing, cover the nose and mouth, avoid being exposed to sudden changes in temperature, use cream to protect and hydrate the skin from the cold, and in case of any discomfort, go to the nearest health center.
It is also suggested consume fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins A and C, as well as ingesting plenty of fluids.
In case of any emergency, contact the 911 phones at 5658 1111 of Locatel.
How can I protect myself from the cold safely?
According to different dependencies, it is important not self-medicate and follow the recommendations of certified specialists if they have any disease related to low temperatures.
In the same way, it is requested that given the cold that exist in different areas of the country, eat citrus and the following recommendations are followed:
- Keep the place where they spend more hours a day with a good temperature.
- Close doors, windows, and blinds to concentrate heat in the room.
- Wear socks, leg warmers, and winter shoes.
- Wear thick pajamas and long underwear.
- Use blankets and duvets.
- Cover the areas where the most heat is lost: head, ears, neck, hands and feet.
- Although thirst decreases in winter, you should drink fluids to stay hydrated.
- Before going outside, you must know the temperature outside to warm yourself properly.
- So that the cold and humidity do not affect your skin, it is necessary that you hydrate with creams.
Avoid serious accidents
In addition, as an additional recommendation, special caution was requested with stoves and radiators as these can cause fires or can cause burns. In the same way, agencies call on people who use heaters and braziers which put your life at risk and could cause you even death.
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