An incandescent sun usually accompanies the Guayaquil morning and afternoon, this also causes high temperatures to be recorded, which makes pedestrian traffic on the streets difficult.
Street vendors, traffic agents, transportation drivers, and passers-by seek shelter so as not to be affected by ultraviolet radiation.
According to measurements from the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi), this week in Ecuador, although especially in Guayaquil, high solar radiation is expected.
Guayaquil experiences high levels of radiation: tips to protect yourself from the intensity of the sun these days
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi) handles eleven levels of radiation and the higher it is, the greater the protection required. In the last level, which includes extremely high radiation, it is required to wear clothing that covers the body, sunscreenglasses, hats and umbrellas.
Drinking water to avoid dehydration
Inamhi staff stated that as a measure to cope with this type of climate it is important water consumption in enough quantities since not doing so can lead to dehydration. Under normal circumstances it is recommended to drink about two liters of liquid a day, but in special situations, such as high temperatures, it is necessary to drink three liters or more.
Drink eight glasses of water a day, specialists no longer recommend it
Specialists have pointed out that water consumption must be balanced, therefore you should consume the amount you lose, in case of altering that balance it can cause dehydration or hyperhydration if you drink too much.
The The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends avoiding exposure to solar radiation in the central hours of the day, that is, between 10:00 and 16:00.
In the same way, take advantage of the shadows that are generated by trees, buildings, among others. (YO)
Source: Eluniverso
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