Heat Wave Action Plan RMC 2017
Heat Wave Action Plan RMC 2017
Heat Wave Action Plan RMC 2017
Rajkot is a city of Gujarat state in India and administrative headquarters of the Rajkot
District, located on the banks of the Aji River and Niari River. Rajkot is located at 22.3° N 70.78°
E. It has an average height of 134 metres. The city is spread in the area of 104.86 square km.
Rajkot was the capital of the Saurashtra state from 15 April 1948 to 31 October 1956 before
merging in bilingual Bombay State on 1 November 1956. Rajkot was merged into Gujarat State
from bilingual Bombay state on May 1, 1960. Today, the city of Rajkot is the home of several
temples. During summers, the temperature ranges between 24°C and 42°C. In winter, the
temperature varies between 10°C and 24°C. Rajkot City Population of around 14 Lakhs.
RAJKOT CITY
EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS IN THE MONTH OF APRIL-MAY
Temperature(oC)
Year Highest
2016 43.1
2015 44.3
2014 43.0
2013 41.5
2012 42.2
2011 42.4
2010 43.8
2009 44.7
2008 43.6
2007 42.4
ALL TIME RECORD 44.7 (2009)
KEY STRATEGIES
The heat-wave action plan is intended to mobilize individuals and communities to help
protect their neighbours, friends, relatives, and themselves against avoidable health problems
during spells of very hot weather. Broadcast media and alerting agencies may also find this plan
useful. Severe and extended heat-waves can also cause disruption to general, social and
economic services. For this reason, Government agencies will have a critical role to play in
preparing and responding to heat-waves at a local level, working closely with health and other
related departments on long term strategic plan.
Establish Early Warning System and Inter-Agency Coordination to alert residents on
predicted high and extreme temperatures. Who will do what, when, and how is made clear
to individuals and units of key departments, especially for health.
Capacity building / training programme for health care professionals at local level to
recognize and respond to heat-related illnesses, particularly during extreme heat events.
These training programmes should focus on medical officers, paramedical staff and
community health staff so that they can effectively prevent and manage heat-related
medical issues to reduce mortality and morbidity.
Public Awareness and community outreach Disseminating public awareness messages
on how to protect against the extreme heat-wave through print, electronic and social media
and Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials such as pamphlets, posters
and advertisements and Television Commercials (TVCs) on Do‟s and Don‟ts and treatment
measures for heat related illnesses.
Collaboration with non government and civil society: Collaboration with non-
governmental organizations and civil society organizations to improve bus stands, building
temporary shelters, wherever necessary, improved water delivery systems in public areas
and other innovative measures to tackle Heat wave conditions.
RED ALERT Extreme Heat Alert for the Normal Maximum Temp
(Severe Condition) Day increase 6º C to more
In the past, when the Government declared ex-gratia compensation for heat-wave
affected families, it was observed that some people who were aware of the provision of
direct cash relief reported natural deaths as the heat wave deaths. In the event of false
reporting, the following procedures can be used for verifying and ascertaining the real cause
of death.
Recorded maximum temperature on the particular time periods and place.
Recording incidents, panchnama or others witnesses, evidence or verbal – autopsy.
Postmortem/medical checkup report with causes.
Local authority or Local body enquiry/verification report.
Heat Cramps Painful spasms usually in Move to cool or shaded place. Apply firm
leg and abdominal muscles pressure on cramping muscles or gentle massage
or extremities. Heavy to relieve spasm. Give sips of water. If nausea
sweating. occurs, discontinue.
Heat Exhaustion Heavy sweating, weakness, Get victim to lie down in a cool place. Loosen
skin cold, pale, headache clothing. Apply cool, wet cloth. Fan or move
and clammy. Weak pulse. victim to air-conditioned place. Give sips of water
Normal temperature slowly and If nausea occurs, discontinue. If
possible. Fainting, vomiting occurs, seek immediate medical
vomiting. attention. Or call 108 and 102 for Ambulance
Heat Stroke High body temperature Heat stroke is a severe medical emergency. Call
(Sun Stroke) (106+F). Hot, dry skin. 108 and 102 for Ambulance for emergency
Rapid, strong pulse. medical services or take the victim to a hospital
Possible unconsciousness. immediately. Delay can be fatal. Move victim to a
Victim will likely not cooler environment. Try a cool bath or sponging
sweat. to reduce body temperature. Use extreme caution.
Remove clothing. Use fans and/or air
conditioners. DO NOT GIVE FLUIDS.
Heat Wave conditions can result in physiological strain, which could even result in death. To
minimize the impact during the heat wave and to prevent serious ailment or death because of
heat stroke, the following measures are useful:
DO’s
Listen to Radio, watch TV, read News paper for local weather forecast to know if a heat
wave is on the way
Drink sufficient water and as often as possible, even if not thirsty
Wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose, and porous cotton clothes. Use protective
goggles, umbrella/hat, shoes or chappals while going out in sun.
While travelling, carry water with you.
If you work outside, use a hat or an umbrella and also use a damp cloth on your head,
neck, face and limbs.
Use ORS, homemade drinks like lassi, torani (rice water), lemon water, buttermilk, etc.
which help to re-hydrate the body.
Recognize the signs of heat stroke, heat rash or heat cramps such as weakness,
dizziness, headache, nausea, sweating and seizures. If you feel faint or ill, see a doctor
immediately.
Keep animals in shade and give them plenty of water to drink.
Keep your home cool, use curtains, shutters or sunshade and open windows at night.
Use fans, damp clothing and take bath in cold water frequently.
Provide cool drinking water near work place.
Caution workers to avoid direct sunlight.
Schedule strenuous jobs to cooler times of the day.
Increasing the frequency and length of rest breaks for outdoor activities.
Pregnant workers and workers with a medical condition should be given additional
attention.
DONT’s
× Do not leave children or pets in parked vehicles.
× Avoid going out in the sun, especially between 12.00 noon and 3.00 p.m.
× Avoid wearing dark, heavy or tight clothing.
× Avoid strenuous activities when the outside temperature is high. Avoid working outside
between 12 noon and 3 p.m.
× Avoid cooking during peak hours. Open doors and windows to ventilate cooking area
adequately.
× Avoid alcohol, tea, coffee and carbonated soft drinks, which dehydrates the body.
× Avoid high-protein food and do not eat stale food.
HEALTH DEPATMENT (RMC MOH & D.MOH) MEDICAL COLLEGES AND HOSPITALS
Pre-summer
Pre-Summer
Adopt heat-focused examination materials
Designate heat health point of contact for each Get additional hospitals and ambulances ready
department Update surveillance protocols and programs, including
Reengage key agencies to facilitate communications to track daily heat-related data
and schedule monthly meetings Establish more clinician education
Establish heat mortality tracking system and update Continue to train medical officers and paramedics
datasets
Establish Heat Action webpage on RMC website During Heat Event
Educate school children and send home age- Adopt heat-illness related treatment and prevention
appropriate pamphlets about the heat season protocols
Create list of high-risk areas of city heat-wise
Equip hospitals with additional materials
Deploy all medical staff to be on duty
During Heat Event
Keep emergency ward ready
Contact point person in each department announcing Monitor water borne diseases, malaria and dengue
heat event at least five days in advance Keep stock of small reusable ice packs to apply to PULSE
Maintain contact with department points of contact areas
for updates on conditions Report heat stroke patients to RMC daily
Ensure staff presence and availability of supplies with Expedite recording of cause of death certificates
each department – including distributing fresh drinking
water Post-summer Evaluation
Communicate locations of emergency facilities and Participate in annual evaluation of heat action plan
cooling centers/shaded areas with each department
Review revised heat action plan
Monitor heat alert and increase level when severe forecast
Post-Summer Evaluation
Review quantitative and qualitative data for
process evaluation and improvements
Call meeting for annual evaluation of heat plan with
key agency leaders and community partners
1. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT – THEY WILL TRY TO MADE AVAILABLE BUTTERMILK AND
DRINKING WATER AT ALL WARD OFFICES. ORS WILL ALSO BE MADE AVAILABLE. DUTY TIMINGS
OF SWM WORKERS WILL BE CHANGED DURING HEAT HOURS.
2. WATER WORKS – THEY WILL ENSURE MORE SUPPLY OF WATER IF REQUIRED. MORE SAMPLES
FOR WATER TESTING WILL BE TAKEN. PROVIDE WATER, TANKERS TO SLUM DWELLERS AND
LIMIT NON-ESSENTIAL WATER USE.
3. TRANSPORT OFFICER - PROVIDE BUS STOPS AS SITES OF SHADE & WATER DISTRIBUTION.
4. ICDS – THEY WILL ENSURE IEC AND BCC FOR CITIZENS. CHILDREN WILL BE CHECKED BY AWW
FOR ANY SYMPTOMS OF HEAT STROKE REGULARLY.
5. EDUCATION : REGULAR CONTACT WITH HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND ISSUE ORDERS TO ALL
SCHOOLS WHENEVER NEEDED.
6. ALL OTHER DEPARTMENTS – THEY WILL ENSURE FULL PROACTIVE SUPPORT TO HEALTH
BRANCH FOR ANY LOGISTIC OR ANY OTHER NEED.
7. IMA, OTHER ASSOCIATIONS & CORPORATE HOSPITALS – THEY WILL SUPPORT RMC IN CASE OF
ANY SECONDARY OR TERTIARY TREATMENT OR EMERGENCY.
8. PGVCL - MAINTAIN POWER TO CRITICAL FACILITIES/ VLNERABLE GROUP.
9. RELIGIOUS GROUPS, LIBRARY BOARD - TEMPLES AND LIBRARIES AS COOLING CENTERS.
TEMPERATURE FORECAST
TRIGGERS ISSUANCE OF HEAT ALERT
OR HEAT WARNING
Gujarat State
Surveillance Unit Of
IDSP notified Via email, and
Posters & T.V. Print,
phone call Radio alerts
Pamphlets
Health Department
Sr. No. Officer's Name Designation Zone Mobile No.
1 Dr. Vijay P. Pandya MOH CENTRAL 9714964446
2 Dr. Pankaj P. Rathod D.MOH WEST 9714900200
3 Dr. Manish B. Chunara D.MOH EAST 9924055050
4 Dr. Hiren V. Visani D.MOH CENTRAL 8156000907
5 Shri Vaishaliben Rathod Biologist CENTRAL 9624094671
6 Shri Amit N. Panchal SFO CENTRAL 9714967676
3 20 Narayannagar uhc_narayannagar@yahoo.com
Railway Crossing, Rajkot. 503
7046899
4 22 New Raghuvir Raghuvir Society, Babariya Main Road, Rajkot. uhc_newraghuvir@yahoo.com
957
Rajkot. 510
Malaria Department
Sr No. Name Designation Zone Mobile No.
1 Vaishaliben Rathod Biologist - 9624094671
2 Prafulbhai Shobhana Malaria Inspector Centra 9824666455
3 Bharatbhai Vyas Malaria Inspector West 9824666455
4 Arvindbhai Machhoya Malaria Inspector East 9624027716
5 Malaria Office - - 2237062
ICDS Department
6 Shri Shardaben C Parmar CDPO Ghatak - 1 - 9824474973
7 Shri Truptiben R Kamaliya CDPO Ghatak - 1 (I/C) - 9978921266
8 Shri S A Kharadi - - 9624025127
9 Shri Tejasbhai B Kothari - - 9924309464
Fire Department
Sr. No. Name Designation Zone Mobile No.
1 Shri K V Ghela Chief Fire Officer Central 9624718284
Dy. Chief Fire
2 Shri B J Theba Central 9714503715
Officer
3 Shri Jahidkhan A Yusuf Staion Officer Bedipara 9624718281
4 Shri R B Bhatti Staion Officer Central 9723817368
5 Shri S G Zinzuvadia Staion Officer Central 9624718289
6 Shri K H Koli Staion Officer Central 9924529464
7 Shri A K Dave Staion Officer Central 9714504346
8 Shri M P Purohit Staion Officer Central 9924400708
9 Shri F I Luvani Staion Officer Central 9714981813
10 Shri S R Nadiyapara Staion Officer Kothariya 9714912125
11 Shri I I Shekh Staion Officer E. R. C. 9624611101
12 Shri K F Jadeja I/C Staion Officer Kalawad Road 9898592928
Ramdevpir
13 Shri D J Jadeja I/C Staion Officer 9979908165
Chowk
14 Shri B V Pithadiya Senior Clark Central 9824517901
15 Shri D D Chanchiya Staion Officer Central 9714921214
16 Shri P R Sing Project Officer Central 8401595144
17 Kanak Road Main Fire Station Control Room Central -
18 Kalawad Road Fire Station Control Room West -
19 Mavdi Road Fire Station Control Room West -
20 Bedpara Fire Station Control Room East -
21 Kothariya Road Fire Station Control Room East -
22 Ramdevpir Chowk Fire Station Control Room West -
23 E. R. C. Control Room East 9624703444
24 Meeting Room Office Room Central -
University - Colleges
Sr. No. Name Of University / College Phone No.
1 Saurashtra University 2578504 To 10
2 Shri Arjunlal Hirani College Of Journalisam And Perfoming Arts 2480607
3 R. P. Bhalodiya College 2460012
4 Government Mahila College 2458337-8-9
5 Dharmendrasinhji College 2465632
6 Virbaima Mahila College 2452997
7 Minaben Kundaliya Arts And Commerce College 2480272
8 J. J. Kundaliya Arts And Commerce College (English Medium) 2466230
9 Shrimati J. J. Kundaliya Commerce College 2466007
10 Dhamsaniya College 2453091
11 Atmiya Engineering College 2572365
12 P. D. Malaviya Commerce College 2386382
13 Malaviya B.ed. College 2783597
14 Kansagara Mahila College 2478342, 2452640
15 Jasani Mahila College 2446053
16 Virani Science College 2562681
17 Government Polytechnique 2387391
Police Department
Sr. No. Name Office
1 Police Commissioner Office PBX : 2472484 To 85
2 Trafic Police 2227737
3 Rajkot Taluka Police 2474596
4 A' Divison Police Station 2226659
5 B' Divison Police Station 2230637
6 Gandhigram Police Station 2588085
7 Pradhumannagar Police Station 2446055
8 Lodhavad Police Station 2232512
9 Bhaktinagar Police Station 2391058
10 City Control (Emergency) 100
11 Malaviyanagar Police Station 2380046
12 Kuvadva Police Station 2704432
13 Thorala Police Station 2389552
14 Anti-Corruption Bureau 2224655, 2235099