IMD Predicts Monsoon Arrival in Kerala on May 31. Stay Safe This Monsoon, Essential Tips for Home and Health

Many parts of north India are witnessing severe heat waves and sun waves. States like Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana are witnessing severe hot weather. The temperature during the day in these states may rise above 45 degrees Celsius. People are now eagerly waiting for the monsoon season and with this, the relief news is coming that monsoon will soon hit India. The monsoon will enter the country from Kerala. Kerala is expected to witness a monsoon at the end of May.

On Wednesday the India Meteorological Department predicted that Kerala will witness the monsoon on 31 May. The department in its bulletin also stated that Kerala will witness Monsoon with a model error of four days on either side. Monsoon has already hit some parts of Maldives, the Comorin Area, the South Arabian Sea, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Simple tips to prepare your home and health for this new change in weather

The human body takes time to adapt to new weather because of which you may fall ill. As monsoon is soon going to hit India we are here with some simple tips to prepare yourself and your home for this weather.

1)Drink Clean Water

It is important to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and energetic irrespective of the season. But especially during monsoon one must ensure to drink fresh and clean water to prevent any kind of monsoon disease.

2)Avoid Junk Food

Try your best to avoid junk food during the monsoon. Street food is full of harmful germs that can cause any illness. Consume healthy homemade food and include fruits and vegetables in your diet to stay healthy during this weather.

3)Protect Yourself From Mosquitoes

With monsoon come breedy mosquitoes which are very harmful and cause diseases. Keep your home and surroundings clean, do not put water in open storage to prevent mosquitoes. Apply insect control creams and sprays to stay safe.

4)Add Disinfectant In Your Bathing Routine

People love to enjoy themselves during rain- it’s the best way to enjoy life but to keep yourself in a safe and healthy bath with disinfectant water to remove germs from your body. You may use Dettol or Savlon which helps in getting rid of germs.

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Some simple steps to protect your home during monsoons:

-Before the monsoon season, check your home for any leaks. Because if there are leaks water gets inside and makes the walls look damp and unpleasant. It is crucial to get leaks fixed before monsoon.

-Paint your home before the monsoon season to protect the walls of your home. Choose paint with a thick coating to make your walls water and dirt-proof. The painting also gives a clean and fresh look.

-Protection of furniture from moisture during monsoon season is also very important. Keep your furniture away from moisture and humidity.