Rainy-Season Emergency Kit: Essentials & One Critical Tip (Video)

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Did you know a 39°C fever needs immediate care?

Did you know a 39°C fever needs immediate care?

Rainy-Season Kit Overview

We'll show you the simple kit that covers floods, fevers and dark rooms, and reveal the one item you must never forget. Stick around for the surprise tip at the end.

Kit Essentials

Think of three layers: fluids for fever, supplies for cuts, and tools for power loss. ORS sachets, paracetamol, a digital thermometer, antiseptic, bandages, chlorine tablets, repellent and a torch keep you ready. All items fit in a small box, so you can grab it quickly when the lights go out.

Paracetamol, not ibuprofen

During dengue season platelets can drop, and NSAIDs like ibuprofen make bleeding easier. Paracetamol is the safe fever reliever until a doctor checks you. Also avoid mixing paracetamol with cold-and-flu combos that already contain it.

What to leave out

Skip any half-finished antibiotics, expired syrups, or unlabeled fever powders. They can be wrong, expired, and promote resistance. Let a doctor decide if you need antibiotics. Never store them where children can reach, and dispose of old medicines at a pharmacy.

Pack to stay dry

Store everything in a sealed shoebox-size plastic box on a high shelf. Inside, zip-bag the ORS and chlorine tablets with a silica gel packet, and keep medicines in their original packs. Seal the lid tightly and label the box with the packing date so you know when to refresh.

Fever threshold

A fever reaching 39°C or higher in a child, infant, or adult signals you need medical attention right away. If you notice vomiting, severe headache, or bleeding, call emergency services immediately.

The one essential tip

Check your kit twice a year, once before the monsoon and again after any flood. Replace any swollen or discoloured items immediately, and restock what you used. A quick visual check of batteries and expiry dates saves you from surprises during a power outage.

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