The Argentine Red Cross issued this Wednesday a series of tips so that all people can enjoy the Christmas and New Year holidays in a “safe way”, and they recommended -among other things- to stay hydrated and eat in a varied way, not to drive if alcoholic beverages are ingested, and not to leave any object that could be dangerous within the reach of children.
In a list with recommendations, they warned that when decorating the home with flashing lights it is “important to make sure that the bulbs and cables are not damaged”.
Through a statement, the Red Cross suggested avoiding keeping the lights on throughout the night and asked not to leave any object that could be dangerous within the reach of children.
To avoid accidents during the celebrations, if alcoholic beverages are ingested, it is advisable to resort to transport services such as buses, taxis and/or remises, or that a person be designated to drive.
Also, he recommended “having the local emergency numbers nearby and the First Aid kit in an easily accessible place.”
In another item on the list, The agency stressed that, to avoid poisoning or discomfort, it is essential to stay hydrated and eat in a varied way and in small portionsespecially if high temperatures are recorded.
On the other hand, the text indicated that in the event of a power outage it is recommended “establish contact with neighbors and neighbors to find out how they are and help each other”.
In addition, it was advised to avoid opening the refrigerator to keep food as fresh as possible and to be “extremely careful with lighting such as candles.”
Along the same lines, the association requested rsave the battery of telephones, flashlights and emergency lights for situations of need, and he remembered that, in case of not having a battery in the cell phone, other devices such as a laptop can be used to provide energy.
Regarding the advice to transit a heat wave, the Red Cross suggested pay attention to alerts from the National Meteorological Service; increase fluid intake without waiting to feel thirsty; Do not expose yourself to the sun excessively, nor in central hours of the day (between 11 and 17); avoid alcoholic and/or high-sugar beverages and avoid large meals.
In turn, he added the importance of eating vegetables and fruits; reduce physical activity; wear light, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing, a hat, and dark glasses; and remain in ventilated or conditioned spaces.
