He explains that when the clothes are wet, it helps to cool down the excessive heat, thus regulating the body temperature. After enduring El Niño floods, Tana River residents now 'hide' from extreme heatAt 1pm, the face of the Hola changes from its usual bustling nature to a deserted town. Most find the nearest shade, while others rush to the river to cool off and take the afternoon off. At night, residents lay mats outside and most spend the night outside to take advantage of the breeze from the wind. Dhahabu Hassan explains the heat stress she experiences at night during an interview with nation.africa at her home in Kalaule village, Tana River County.

Source: Daily Nation January 09, 2024 22:44 UTC