Heat stroke measures during a power outage is a method to lower body temperature without air conditioning September 10th 18:36
Under severe heat, blackouts continued in Chiba Prefecture due to the impact of Typhoon # 15. We asked experts about what kind of heat stroke measures should be taken in a room where cooling cannot be used.
According to Yasuo Matsushima, a disaster risk advisor who is studying disaster prevention measures, as a way to lower body temperature without cooling,
▽ Put water on the basin and put palms or soles on your feet,
▽ The body temperature can be lowered by the heat of vaporization by wiping the body with a wet towel and puffing it with a fan.
In addition, even if the water is shut off, the customer wants to secure a drink by using a water truck or purchasing it at a store.
If possible, it is desirable to take oral rehydration fluids and sports drinks regularly.
In addition, elderly people, children, and people with disabilities are at risk of heat stroke if they stay at home with a power outage. I want you to think of it as an option. "