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Weather UV index
What
exactly is the UV index and why is it important?
Similar to the weather news,
UV index
is a tool used in broadcasting the predicted UV levels of the
day. It is set as the international standard measurement
for ultra violet levels at a particular place on a particular
day.
The
UV indexes have been observed in other countries including the United
States. The use of UV indices has increased the public’s awareness on
the dangers of UV rays. It basically helps people prevent overexposure
to UV rays which eventually results to sunburns, eye damage, premature
skin aging and skin cancer. In this light, it improves the people’s
understanding of the dangers of UV rays.
The UV index represents the
levels of UV exposure with scales that correspond
to a particular color. The scale ranges from 0 to 11+. Each level of
the scale has specific descriptions that guide the observer in
understanding the index:
• 0 to 2: Low At this level,
there is a low danger to the solar UV rays exposure. This level may
also be observed during winter months as reflected by the snow. Even at
this minimal level of exposure, protecting the exposed body areas is
important. Wearing sunglasses and sunscreen is advised.
• 3 to 5: Moderate. Moderate risk is already observed at this level.
There is an increased harm from unprotected sun exposure. Wearing
sunglasses and other
eye
protection, staying in shade or covering up particularly at
midday will be wise.
• 6 to 7: High. A reading at these levels means high risk of the
dangers of UV rays exposure. Applying sunscreen lotions with at least
an SPF of 15 is advised. This will prevent the onset of sunburn and
related skin problems.
• 8 to 10: Very High. It is important to minimize sun exposure at these
levels particularly during the midday hours; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• 11+: Extreme. A reading of 11 or higher must be taken seriously for
it presented heightened risks of suffering from skin problems such as sunburns
or even skin cancer. Beach goers should try to avoid staying under the
sun from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. where the exposure is at peak levels.
The season of summer is fast
approaching. In preparation for the season,
most people tend to get preoccupied with the plans of activities that
they can finally do, taking advantage of the fair
weather that lies ahead. Many would come to the beach or visit new
places to spend their well-earned vacation break.
The options of doing exciting activities under the sun are limitless.
Similarly, the health problems caused by staying too long under the sun
are also limitless.
In fact, the UV
rays are everywhere but most of which comes from the sun. UV
rays can be reflected in the concrete, sand, water, and snow. With the
continuous depletion of the earth’s ozone, the
primary shield against the sun’s UV rays, the exposure to these harmful
rays increases. Exposure to those rays is observed to be strongest
during the
summer months. Hence, keeping monitoring the UV index is equally
important to monitoring the weather reports.
The interesting thing about UV
rays or radiation is that it cannot be seen and it cannot be felt. The
use a UV index scale
prompts the public of the necessary measures of getting
the necessary protection against these harmful rays.
Check the Punta Cana
UV
Index 10 day forecast.
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