Two topless men jog in very hot weather. (INFORMATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT / HKSAR)
HONG KONG – People in Hong Kong have been advised to avoid prolonged outdoor activities as the Hong Kong Observatory issued a warning for very hot weather.
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Children, the elderly, the obese, and those with chronic illnesses, such as heart disease or high blood pressure, are more vulnerable to heat stroke, and the spokesman asked them to pay special attention
Reminding residents to take necessary measures against heat stroke and sunburn in very hot weather, the Centre for Health Protection of the Department of Health said on Monday people should carry and drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration while engaging in outdoor activities.
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"Those engaged in strenuous outdoor activities should avoid beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee and tea, as well as alcohol, as they speed up water loss through the urinary system," a CHP spokesman said in a statement.
Children, the elderly, the obese, and those with chronic illnesses, such as heart disease or high blood pressure, are more vulnerable to heat stroke, the spokesman said, asking them to pay special attention.
If symptoms, such as dizziness, headache, nausea, shortness of breath or confusion, develop, people have been asked to seek help immediately.