According to the information released, the Orange alert will cover the boroughs of Magdalena Contreras, Milpa Alta, and Tlalpan, as experts predict temperatures will range from 1 to 3 degrees Celsius between midnight and 9:00 a.m. local time.
The Yellow alert will be in effect in Alvaro Obregon, Azcapotzalco, Benito Juarez, Coyoacan, Cuauhtemoc, Cuajimalpa, Gustavo A. Madero, Iztacalco, Iztapalapa, Miguel Hidalgo, Tlahuac, Venustiano Carranza, and Xochimilco, with projections of between 4 and 6 degrees Celsius for the same period.
Given these conditions, authorities recommended that citizens wear at least three layers of clothing, preferably cotton or wool; use cream to protect and moisturize their skin against the cold; and avoid sudden temperature changes.
They also suggested drinking plenty of water; consuming fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins A and C; washing hands frequently or using antibacterial gel; and, if any discomfort arises, visiting the nearest health center.
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