Kerala burning; Warns against direct sunlight from 10 am to 3 pm

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The state will continue to experience intense heat. A yellow alert has been issued in 11 districts today. By Thursday, the temperature is likely to rise to 38 degrees in Palakkad and Kollam, 37 degrees in Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Thrissur, Ernakulam, Kozhikode and Kannur districts and 36 degrees in Thiruvananthapuram, Malappuram and Kasaragod. This is two to three degrees Celsius higher than normal.

A high ultraviolet index was recorded in Kerala in the last 24 hours. Continuous exposure to ultraviolet rays for a long time can cause sunburn, skin diseases, eye diseases and other health problems. The public should take safety precautions.

The high ultraviolet index is recorded between 10 am and 3 pm. Therefore, avoid direct sunlight on the body for a long time during those times as much as possible.
People who work outdoors, fishermen engaged in sea and inland fishing, those involved in water transport, bikers, tourists, people with skin diseases, albinism, eye diseases, cancer patients, and other groups with low immunity should be especially careful.

Try to use a hat, umbrella, and sunglasses when going out during the day. It is advisable to wear cotton clothes that cover the entire body.

Try to rest in the shade during breaks during travels and other activities.

The UV index is generally high in mountainous areas (High altitudes) and tropical areas. Even if there is a clear sky without clouds, there may be a high UV index. In addition, since surfaces such as water bodies and sand reflect ultraviolet rays, the UV index will also be high in such areas.