Funeral and burial ceremonies in UAE encouraged to be performed before midday to reduce heat-related hazards, as per the advice from the local authorities.
On May 23, the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat announced the provision of dedicated shaded areas to protect residents from the intense heat and high temperatures of the summer season. With the UAE experiencing soaring temperatures and high humidity levels, residents face increased risks of dehydration, heatstroke, skin irritation, and respiratory issues.
To ensure a safer and healthier summer, UAE authorities are urging residents to adopt simple precautions to guard against sunstroke, heat exhaustion, and other heat-related risks. Here are some key tips:
- Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water frequently, especially avoiding sugary drinks, to prevent dehydration and heat-related illnesses.
- Avoid peak sun hours: Limit outdoor activities between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. when temperatures and humidity are highest.
- Seek shade and air-conditioned environments: Stay indoors during extreme heat and use air conditioning whenever possible.
- Take regular breaks when outdoors: If you must be outside, rest often in cool or shaded areas to reduce heat stress.
- Wear appropriate clothing: Lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothes and wide-brimmed hats help reduce heat exposure.
- Monitor vulnerable groups closely: Elderly people, children, pregnant women, outdoor workers, and those with respiratory or heart conditions should be especially cautious.
- Recognize symptoms of heat illnesses: Look out for dizziness, fatigue, shortness of breath, persistent coughing, chest discomfort, or signs of heatstroke like confusion or fainting and seek medical help if needed.
- Never leave children or vulnerable people alone in cars: Temperatures inside vehicles can rise rapidly, leading to fatal heatstroke.
Additional tips include maintaining good hygiene to prevent infections when traveling, and avoiding strenuous activity in extreme heat. The UAE has seen a rise in eczema cases due to the summer heat, according to doctors.
Preserving human life is one of the essential objectives of the authority, emphasized in the country's leadership through thoughtful legislation and public safety measures. To further support residents, the authority has announced a program to provide dedicated shaded areas in Mosques and public squares.
In addition, the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat has advised against holding funeral rites between 9am and 5pm to avoid sunstroke and heat exhaustion. UAE authorities encourage residents to perform funeral prayers and burial procedures during early morning or evening hours.
By following expert advice and adopting these simple precautions, residents can enjoy a safer and healthier summer in the UAE.
- To maintain a healthy lifestyle during the summer, it's crucial to stay hydrated, drink water frequently, and avoid sugary drinks.
- For business and workplace-wellness, it's advisable to take measures such as limiting outdoor activities during peak sun hours, and providing air-conditioned environments for employees.
- To reduce health risks associated with the summer heat, residents should seek shade and cooler locations frequently, and take regular breaks when engaging in outdoor activities.
- In terms of environmental-science and climate-change, it's important to consider the effects of heatwaves on the environment, such as the recent rise in eczema cases due to high temperatures in the UAE.
- To help promote health-and-wellness, the UAE authorities have announced plans to provide dedicated shaded areas in Mosques and public squares for residents to rest during extreme heat.
- To foster a safe and healthy environment, UAE authorities have recommended holding funeral rites during early morning or evening hours to avoid heat-related risks like sunstroke and heat exhaustion.
- In addition to following these tips, residents are encouraged to maintain good hygiene to prevent infections when traveling, and avoid strenuous activities during extreme heat to ensure a healthier and safer summer.
