How to Cope with Vog
Hydrate with liquids., Stay indoors and keep yourself cool with an air conditioner or fan., Wear loose clothing., Don't look at the sky., Call your doctor if any issues with breathing or other symptoms arise., Keep medication handy., Evacuate if...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Hydrate with liquids.
Always keep a water bottle or a rehydrate drink with you at all times.
Avoid any caffeine, for example hot coffee or sodas that would dehydrate your body fast. , If you're sensitive to unknown or unnecessary smoke or fumes (like firework smoke), limit your outdoor activities or make fast, short errand trips.
Use newspaper or your hands to create a "fan" to keep you cool., In most events, the vog creates more humidity in the air; making it more hot and uneasy.
Light colors, such as white, doesn't emit heat as much as wearing a dark color., This may sound funny or stupid, but looking up and seeing a hazy, glossy sky or mountain will make you feel depressed.
This reaction sometimes occurs during a rainy day., If it's after hours, don't be afraid to speak with an advice consultant about the problems., Even if it's an over-the-counter medicine to reduce headaches, always be prepared.
Only take medicines when you need it, never to avoid a possible one.
Relax your body or take a nap after the medication., If the vog gets worse or to an extreme level, you may be told to evacuate to a safer place. -
Step 2: Stay indoors and keep yourself cool with an air conditioner or fan.
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Step 3: Wear loose clothing.
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Step 4: Don't look at the sky.
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Step 5: Call your doctor if any issues with breathing or other symptoms arise.
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Step 6: Keep medication handy.
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Step 7: Evacuate if told or needed.
Detailed Guide
Always keep a water bottle or a rehydrate drink with you at all times.
Avoid any caffeine, for example hot coffee or sodas that would dehydrate your body fast. , If you're sensitive to unknown or unnecessary smoke or fumes (like firework smoke), limit your outdoor activities or make fast, short errand trips.
Use newspaper or your hands to create a "fan" to keep you cool., In most events, the vog creates more humidity in the air; making it more hot and uneasy.
Light colors, such as white, doesn't emit heat as much as wearing a dark color., This may sound funny or stupid, but looking up and seeing a hazy, glossy sky or mountain will make you feel depressed.
This reaction sometimes occurs during a rainy day., If it's after hours, don't be afraid to speak with an advice consultant about the problems., Even if it's an over-the-counter medicine to reduce headaches, always be prepared.
Only take medicines when you need it, never to avoid a possible one.
Relax your body or take a nap after the medication., If the vog gets worse or to an extreme level, you may be told to evacuate to a safer place.
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