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Rising Temperature May Trigger Heat Stroke, Muscle Cramp, Others NiMet Warns

By Mohammed Mohammed

The Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has warned that the rise in temperature especially hitting 40°C across the country may come with the consequences of heat stroke, muscle cramp, sunstroke, fatigue and thermal discomfort.

In an advisory note, NiMet’s General Manager, Public Relations, Mr. Muntari Yusuf Ibrahim, acknowledged that there is a high chance of a possible rise in temperature across most northern cities in Nigeria.

NiMet, said: “Most parts of the northern states and parts of Niger and Kwara in the central states are expected to experience temperatures greater than 40°C. Few places in the south including parts of Oyo, Ogun, Osun, and Ekiti are expected to record temperatures between 35°C to 40°C.

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The statement noted that as a result, there are chances of experiencing high thermal discomfort in parts of Kebbi, Dutse, Bauchi, and Jalingo.in particular stressing that while other areas may experience cold mornings, the statement warned against occurrence of heat stroke, sunstroke, muscle cramp and fatigue.

On what to do, NiMet, advised that to cope and stay safe in extreme heat, people should drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration, avoid leaving humans or animals in the car, especially young children, that it is best to stay in the shade such as trees if you must wait outside and wear light and bright cloths.

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