Kuwait: The sandstorm begins to affect some areas and will spread more in the coming hours

Arab Weather - The western parts of the State of Kuwait began to be affected by the main part of the sandstorm, as it is expected that very dense dust will spread quickly in all regions, including the capital (Kuwait City), and it is expected that the intensity of the dust will gradually recede after midnight, to begin to recede gradually during the day Saturday.

Important recommendations for respiratory and ophthalmic patients to deal with dusty weather conditions:

• Avoid going out when there are heavy dust waves, shutting windows and using air filters inside the home.
• Damp cloths can be placed on the edges of the windows to ensure that dust does not get in.
• Wear a face mask to protect the skin from dust, cover the nose and mouth to protect the respiratory system from entering dust particles, and wear glasses to avoid exposure to the eyes.
• Avoid exposure to dust for a long time, do not sit outdoors, and close the car windows.
• Make sure to take medicines with you if you have asthma, so that you can control any attack that may affect you.
• Avoid eating any uncovered food made outside the home, as there may be a lot of dirt and sand stuck in it.
• Keep drinking an adequate amount of water to avoid dehydration in this atmosphere, and to help the body flush out toxins.
• Not to rub the eyes to avoid scratching the cornea, and wash it well and wash the face to get rid of the suspended dust.