Monday Morning
Good Morning Augusta.
This morning it is partly cloudy, then clear. High of 70F. Winds from the
South at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight it will be clear, then partly cloudy. Low of 50F. Winds less than 5
mph.
The readings outside right now, taken from my own weather instruments:
a relative humidity of 81% with a Dew Point of 50.2º F.
The temperature is 56.1ºF.
Presently we have mild, variable winds between 1.1 mph and 2.3 mph.
Our Barometric pressure is 30.11/HPA 1019.6 and falling with a weather
graphic indicating rain.
UV is 1 out of 16, sunset will be at 8:26 PM with Moon Rise at 4:07 a.m.
Eastern Daylight Time, and the moon phase is Waning crescent.
We had no precipitation in this area overnight.
Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers with overcast down to 1200 ft /
365 m.
Since it is now Summer Time, and most of you have kids, how do you deal with
Poison Ivy without going to the doctor's office?
If you, or one of the kids gets into poison ivy, Head for water fast. Don't
hesitate -- the sooner you're soaked, the better. Whether it comes from a
stream, lake, garden hose, or faucet, if you can get to water within five to
ten minutes after contact with the plant, you may be able to wash off the
oil before all of it sinks in.
Also, carry rubbing alcohol with you. The oil from poison ivy isn't absorbed
into the skin all at once; it sinks in fairly gradually. If you move quickly
enough, you may be able to use rubbing alcohol to extract some oil from the
skin. If you think you've been exposed to the weed and you're heading back
inside for the day, wash down the exposed areas with rubbing alcohol and
then rinse well with water. Don't use a cloth wipe, which may simply pick up
the oil and transfer it somewhere else. And don't use the alcohol near your
eyes.
*One natural remedy for poison ivy relief involves the use of hot water and
bananas. Strange as it may sound this is actually believed to offer
considerable relief from the poison ivy rash symptoms. Take a hot shower as
this will actually help relieve the inflammation. After you're done
showering apply a banana peel over the areas of skin that are experiencing a
rash for quick poison ivy relief.
Another of the ingredients used in remedies and home treatments for poison
ivy relief would be burdock roots. This unassuming herb has medicinal
properties and can be used to prepare tea that can be applied to the skin
and left to dry. This provides some much needed relief from the symptoms.
*Potato is used for a variety of skin treatments like skin lightening,
sunburn relief, and for many other inflammatory conditions. It is also one
of the commonly used ingredients in home remedies for poison ivy rashes.
Simply blend a potato in a mixer or blender until it is completely mashed
into a pasty blob. Apply the paste over the skin that is affected. Do this
as frequently as possible to reduce the skin irritation and itching.
*Oatmeal is again known to be very soothing for skin conditions and it would
be a good idea to have an oatmeal bath or soak. Likewise you could also add
Epsom salts or baking soda to your bath water.
*Cool off. If the itch has already begun, a cool bath or shower may help
ease the itch. Placing ice-cold compresses on the rash for a few minutes
every hour may also provide relief.
*Baking soda. Concoct a paste of baking soda and water, and spread it on the
affected area. Freshen the application every two hours for a total of 3
applications each day. Before going to bed, pour a cup of baking soda into a
lukewarm bath and take a soak.
*Coffee. If you have any leftover (cold) coffee in your cup, pouring it on a
poison ivy rash may be a good way to get rid of the coffee and the rash.
Appalachian folk medicine followers believe in washing the affected area
with a cup of cold black coffee. Coffee beans contain chlorogenic acid, an
anti-inflammatory. This coffee cure hasn't been proved, as there haven't
been any studies done on it.
*Vinegar. Be it from plant, insect, or allergic reaction, itches of all
sorts are tamed by a simple vinegar rinse. First, wash the affected area
with soap and lukewarm water, then rinse. Apply vinegar with a cotton ball,
rub gently, and rinse.
*Soap and water. Waste no time in getting the poisonous plant victim in
contact with water -- urushiol is water soluble so use lots and lots of
water when you rinse. Rinse before using soap; this will reduce the risk of
spreading the oil. And hurry! You have only 10 minutes or so before the oil
will start to penetrate your skin. Air-dry the skin. Any towels used for
cleaning should be washed immediately in hot water and detergent -- the oil
can linger on towels to "get you" again.
*Aloe vera. According to the folk medicine taught by Seventh Day Adventists,
aloe vera sap helps treat poison ivy rash through its anti-inflammatory
constituents. Break off a leaf and apply the sap to the affected area. Allow
to dry and gently wash off. Reapply every two hours.
*Soak in oats. Bathing in lukewarm water mixed with oatmeal or baking soda
may help dry oozing blisters and soothe irritated skin.
This morning it is partly cloudy, then clear. High of 70F. Winds from the
South at 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight it will be clear, then partly cloudy. Low of 50F. Winds less than 5
mph.
The readings outside right now, taken from my own weather instruments:
a relative humidity of 81% with a Dew Point of 50.2º F.
The temperature is 56.1ºF.
Presently we have mild, variable winds between 1.1 mph and 2.3 mph.
Our Barometric pressure is 30.11/HPA 1019.6 and falling with a weather
graphic indicating rain.
UV is 1 out of 16, sunset will be at 8:26 PM with Moon Rise at 4:07 a.m.
Eastern Daylight Time, and the moon phase is Waning crescent.
We had no precipitation in this area overnight.
Visibility is 10.0 miles / 16.1 kilometers with overcast down to 1200 ft /
365 m.
Since it is now Summer Time, and most of you have kids, how do you deal with
Poison Ivy without going to the doctor's office?
If you, or one of the kids gets into poison ivy, Head for water fast. Don't
hesitate -- the sooner you're soaked, the better. Whether it comes from a
stream, lake, garden hose, or faucet, if you can get to water within five to
ten minutes after contact with the plant, you may be able to wash off the
oil before all of it sinks in.
Also, carry rubbing alcohol with you. The oil from poison ivy isn't absorbed
into the skin all at once; it sinks in fairly gradually. If you move quickly
enough, you may be able to use rubbing alcohol to extract some oil from the
skin. If you think you've been exposed to the weed and you're heading back
inside for the day, wash down the exposed areas with rubbing alcohol and
then rinse well with water. Don't use a cloth wipe, which may simply pick up
the oil and transfer it somewhere else. And don't use the alcohol near your
eyes.
*One natural remedy for poison ivy relief involves the use of hot water and
bananas. Strange as it may sound this is actually believed to offer
considerable relief from the poison ivy rash symptoms. Take a hot shower as
this will actually help relieve the inflammation. After you're done
showering apply a banana peel over the areas of skin that are experiencing a
rash for quick poison ivy relief.
Another of the ingredients used in remedies and home treatments for poison
ivy relief would be burdock roots. This unassuming herb has medicinal
properties and can be used to prepare tea that can be applied to the skin
and left to dry. This provides some much needed relief from the symptoms.
*Potato is used for a variety of skin treatments like skin lightening,
sunburn relief, and for many other inflammatory conditions. It is also one
of the commonly used ingredients in home remedies for poison ivy rashes.
Simply blend a potato in a mixer or blender until it is completely mashed
into a pasty blob. Apply the paste over the skin that is affected. Do this
as frequently as possible to reduce the skin irritation and itching.
*Oatmeal is again known to be very soothing for skin conditions and it would
be a good idea to have an oatmeal bath or soak. Likewise you could also add
Epsom salts or baking soda to your bath water.
*Cool off. If the itch has already begun, a cool bath or shower may help
ease the itch. Placing ice-cold compresses on the rash for a few minutes
every hour may also provide relief.
*Baking soda. Concoct a paste of baking soda and water, and spread it on the
affected area. Freshen the application every two hours for a total of 3
applications each day. Before going to bed, pour a cup of baking soda into a
lukewarm bath and take a soak.
*Coffee. If you have any leftover (cold) coffee in your cup, pouring it on a
poison ivy rash may be a good way to get rid of the coffee and the rash.
Appalachian folk medicine followers believe in washing the affected area
with a cup of cold black coffee. Coffee beans contain chlorogenic acid, an
anti-inflammatory. This coffee cure hasn't been proved, as there haven't
been any studies done on it.
*Vinegar. Be it from plant, insect, or allergic reaction, itches of all
sorts are tamed by a simple vinegar rinse. First, wash the affected area
with soap and lukewarm water, then rinse. Apply vinegar with a cotton ball,
rub gently, and rinse.
*Soap and water. Waste no time in getting the poisonous plant victim in
contact with water -- urushiol is water soluble so use lots and lots of
water when you rinse. Rinse before using soap; this will reduce the risk of
spreading the oil. And hurry! You have only 10 minutes or so before the oil
will start to penetrate your skin. Air-dry the skin. Any towels used for
cleaning should be washed immediately in hot water and detergent -- the oil
can linger on towels to "get you" again.
*Aloe vera. According to the folk medicine taught by Seventh Day Adventists,
aloe vera sap helps treat poison ivy rash through its anti-inflammatory
constituents. Break off a leaf and apply the sap to the affected area. Allow
to dry and gently wash off. Reapply every two hours.
*Soak in oats. Bathing in lukewarm water mixed with oatmeal or baking soda
may help dry oozing blisters and soothe irritated skin.
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