People must wear loose fitting, windproof, cotton outerwear and warm woolen inner clothing instead of a single layer clothing to beat the winter cold, officials in Chhattisgarh said on Tuesday.
The State Disaster Management Authority issued a warning asking the public to take all necessary measures as the state has been hit by a cold wave.
Arrangements for emergency supplies like food, water, fuel, battery charger, emergency lights and simple medicines should be done in advance, an official communication said.
Diseases like flu as well as running and stuffy nose are caused by prolonged exposure to cold.
People were also urged to wear a face mask when going out to avoid Covid-19 and other infections.
The statement appealed to people to eat healthy food including fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C to maintain adequate immunity.
The elderly, newborns and children should be taken special care of to avoid exposure to cold.
People were warned not to burn coal or wood inside the room as it can be dangerous. If a room heater is used, there should be proper ventilation.
In case of numbness in skin, a doctor should be consulted as hypothermia is a dangerous condition that requires immediate medical attention.