KARACHI: Pakistan Rangers Sindh has established more than 30 heat stroke centers at different parts of Karachi, and doctors along with the medical staff are deputed at these centers.
Keeping in view the rising temperature, these centres will assist people who may be suffering from heatstroke and also create awareness about the steps that can be taken to prevent it.
The centres offer water and juices to commuters and pedestrians to combat dehydration. However, health experts have advised elderly people, children and those who are suffering from the disease to avoid travelling in the sun because of the heat. They added that those who were affected by a heatstroke needs to take a cold bath immediately and prevent themselves from more sun exposure.
The areas where heat stroke camps have been built include Malir Kala Board, Karachi University, Battahiabad, Bahdurabad, Maskan Chowrangi, Surjani town, KDA Chowrangi, Safari Park, Hub River Road, Kati Pahari, Orangi Town, Maripur, Gulbai, Chakiwara Kharadar, Grumindir, Gulshan-e-Bihar and Mehmoodabad. Furthermore, ambulance, air coolers and medicines are available at the heat stroke centers.
