The Federal District (DF) is on alert due to low air humidity.
Over the past five days, the relative humidity in the Federal District has remained between 20% and 30%, well below the 60% recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). The Civil Defense Secretariat is urging special attention to be paid to schools, suggesting that people avoid crowds and increase their daily fluid intake.
Brasilia 247 - Over the past five days, the relative humidity in the Federal District has remained between 20% and 30%, according to Civil Defense. According to World Health Organization (WHO) standards, the ideal air humidity is 60%. The WHO recommends declaring a state of alert when humidity levels reach levels like those in the capital.
The Civil Defense Secretariat of the Federal District requests special attention be paid to schools and suggests adopting procedures such as maintaining a higher number of drinking fountains, including emergency ones (pots and bottles), ensuring good hygiene and water quality. It also requests that classrooms be kept as well-ventilated as possible.
To the residents of Brasília in general, Civil Defense recommends avoiding crowds, increasing daily fluid intake regardless of thirst, avoiding prolonged hot showers, and avoiding excessive use of soap. It is also recommended to put two drops of saline solution in each nostril at least six times a day. The low relative humidity causes dryness of the mucous membranes and skin, requiring the population to take greater care of their health.
With Brazil Agency