Wind gust starts decreasing in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD-Wind gust will decrease in Islamabad from today, says Pakistan Metrological Department spokesman. 

Strong hot winds in Islamabad led to significant drop in humidity in air which left residents with dry eyes, skin and throats throughout the last week of March and first days of April.

Where a rise in coronavirus cases has sparked a sense of fear in Pakistan, some residents in the capital complained of bloody noses and difficulty in breathing. People rushed to doctors in fear of Covid-19 only to find out that the hot and dry wind is to be blamed.

While talking to The Nation, Spokesman of Pakistan Metrological Department Khalid Malik said that at the start of the summer season, the air pressure suddenly drops causing strong and dry wind gust but there is nothing to be afraid of as these winds enter Pakistan every year in the start of this season. This phenomenon is common as these winds travel from northern areas of the country to the central areas.

Khalid revealed that this year the winds are stronger than usual which is causing the humidity level to drop significantly leading to dry skin, lips, eyes and throat. 

He urged people to keep moisturisers with them and wear sunglasses. He revealed that gust of winds will gradually decrease starting today.

According to experts, due to continuous hot wind gusts, humidity drops significantly which can cause dry skin, lips, irritated eyes and in some cases difficulty in breathing, static charges could also accumulate on blankets and clothes which can give mild shocks to persons getting in touch. 

Experts recommend using moisturisers and trying to increase humidity in your premises. A simple trick is to keep a wet towel or air humidifier in your room.

Article source: https://nation.com.pk/03-Apr-2021/wind-gust-starts-decreasing-in-islamabad