The Public Security Directorate (PSD) stressed the need to be careful during the upcoming heatwave and expected to start affecting the Kingdom Friday.

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The Directorate stressed the need to adhere to the following instructions to avoid heat exhaustion and sunstrokes.

1- Avoid direct exposure to sunlight at peak times, especially in the desert, Jordan Valley, Dead Sea and Aqaba.

2- Drinking adequate amounts of fluids, especially water, as well as wearing light and loose clothing.

3- Wearing protective head coverings and taking a break at noon, especially for people whose work requires spending time outdoors under direct sunlight.

4- Keep an eye on children and make sure they do not spend long periods of time in the sun.

5- Never leave children unattended in vehicles. Avoid leaving sterilizers, perfumes, and similar flammable materials inside vehicles.

6- Do not overload electric sockets beyond their capacity by operating air conditioners and fans.

7- Stay away from lands with overgrown grass, dense shrubs, or weeds where reptiles, such as scorpions and snakes, could be found.

8- Avoid lighting fires in forested and grassy areas to avoid losing control of them.

9- Not to hesitate to call 911  in emergency cases.