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The alert was activated for the municipalities: Álvaro Obregón, Cuajimalpa, Magdalena Contreras, Milpa Alta, Tláhuac, Tlalpan and Xochimilco, where temperatures of between 4 and 6 degrees are forecast. (Photo: Galo Cañas /quartzcuro.com)

The forecast of the Secretariat for Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection (SGIRPC) of Mexico City estimated temperatures between 4 and 6 degrees perceptible in 6 districts of the capital. Due to the havoc that the cold can cause, The authorities determined the yellow alert in force during the first hours of January 17, 2021.

From the 05:00 and until 08:00 hours, the decrease in temperature will be present in the municipalities located to the south and west of the city. In this way, the inhabitants of Álvaro Obregón, Cuajimalpa, Magdalena Contreras, Milpa Alta, Tlalpan and Xochimilco They should plan their activities for Sunday morning.

On the other hand, the climate report for the Metropolitan Area of ​​the Valley of Mexico issued by the National Meteorological Service (SMN) coincided with the forecasts of the SGIRPC, since announced cold atmosphere at dawn. In this sense, in the high areas of the region there is the possibility of frost and fog banks.

The alert will be in effect in the early hours of Sunday, January 16, 2021 (Photo: Twitter @ SGIRPC_CDMX)

The alert will be in effect in the early hours of Sunday, January 16, 2021 (Photo: Twitter @ SGIRPC_CDMX) 

About the rainfall forecast, the SMN forecasts the probability of rain with intervals of showers. Said condition will be in force both in Mexico City and in the State of Mexico. With the development of the day, Maximum temperatures could reach 22 degrees Celsius and minimum temperatures will be set at 8 degrees Celsius. There will be winds coming from the west with low speeds, although they may reach gusts of 30 kilometers per hour.

For Monday, January 18, on the other hand, the cold environment will prevail at dawn with frosts and fog banks in high areas of the capital. This day, the minimum temperatures will be established between 8 and 10 degrees, maximum temperatures will also be reached ranging between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius.

According to the CDMX Civil Protection authorities, normal minimum temperature conditions in the region are above six degrees Celsius. Between 4 and 6 degrees the yellow alert is activated. In the presence of temperatures between 1 and 3 degrees Celsius, the color changes to orange. From -2 to 0 degrees warrants a red alert and purple is announced with temperatures below -3 degrees Celsius.

Recommendations for the winter season (Photo: Twitter @ SGIRPC_CDMX)

Recommendations for the winter season (Photo: Twitter @ SGIRPC_CDMX) 

The recommendations issued by the SGIRPC consider the use of, at least, two layers of clothing. Similarly, it is important protect the airways covering nose and mouth, as well as avoiding exposure to sudden changes in temperature. The skin is usually one of the most sensitive organs to cold, for which it is recommended use cream to hydrate and protect it. Similarly, the consumption of fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins A and C and drinking plenty of fluids is suggested.

In winter season, carbon monoxide is one of the latent dangers. It is a toxic gas that is produced with incomplete combustion in the burning of wood or when lighting water heaters, cooktops or fireplaces. Thus, In case of using cooktops to heat rooms, they should be placed in ventilated places and turned off before sleeping. On the other hand, the color of the flame emitted by the stoves must be verified, since it must be blue and not red.

Symptoms from carbon monoxide poisoning include headache, dizziness, nausea, and loss of consciousness. To avoid fatal consequences, In case of presenting them, it is recommended to oxygenate the person and go to the nearest health center.

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