Oman

Several Oman cities see a drop in temperatures

 
Muscat: The minimum temperatures in several cities of the Sultanate of Oman are witnessing a significant drop, according to Oman Meteorology.

The wilayats of Seeb, Amerat, Suhar, Ibri Suwaiq, Nizwa, and Duqm will have minimum temperatures in the range of 12°C to 16°C.

Salalah and Ras al Hadd will have minimum temperatures in the range of around 19°C.

Jabal Shams will have minimum temperatures of 1°C and a maximum of 9°C.

Maximum temperatures in the rest of the governorates are between 20°C and 26°C.

Maximum temperature is the highest recorded temperature while minimum is the lowest recorded temperature. The minimum temperature occurs early between after midnight and early in the morning.

Health precautions

In temperate climates, seasonal epidemics occur mainly during winter, while in tropical regions, influenza may occur throughout the year, causing outbreaks more irregularly, according to WHO.

Seasonal influenza (the flu) is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses. It is common in all parts of the world. Most people recover without treatment.

Influenza spreads easily between people when they cough or sneeze. Vaccination is the best way to prevent the disease.

Symptoms of influenza include acute onset of fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, and fatigue.

Treatment should aim to relieve symptoms. People with the flu should rest and drink plenty of liquids. Most people will recover on their own within a week. Medical care may be needed in severe cases and for people with risk factors.

Treatment should aim to relieve symptoms. People with the flu should rest and drink plenty of liquids. Most people will recover on their own within a week. Medical care may be needed in severe cases and for people with risk factors.