Summer heat burning Kerala; ultraviolet rays also at dangerous levels

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The heat in Kerala state has become extremely intense by mid-March. Last year, it was 38-39 degrees at this time, and this time it reached 39.4 degrees. The Kannur airport recorded 40 degrees. The Meteorological Center has announced that the temperature will increase in the coming days. Since the beginning of March, Punalur has been at 37 to 39 degrees. The temperature has not come down from 37 degrees. The situation in Palakkad is also similar. The situation in other districts is proportional to this. The temperature usually ranges from 36 to 37 degrees in March.

There is a possibility of light rain as the easterly wind becomes active next week. It is a relief that 30 percent more rain was received from March 1 to yesterday.

Ultraviolet ray index also increased

In the absence of cloud cover, the amount of ultraviolet rays from the sun falling directly on the earth is also increasing. According to this index, there is an orange alert in six districts. The index was recorded as Kollam (10), Idukki (10), Pathanamthitta (9), Alappuzha (9), Kottayam (9), Palakkad (8). There will be health problems including skin diseases if care is not taken. Direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided from 11 am to 3 pm.

High temperature, yellow alert

Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Kannur, Kasaragod

Precautions

Drink plenty of clean water even if you are not thirsty. Use an umbrella or hat to avoid sun exposure. Wear light-colored, thin clothes. Do not leave children in vehicles parked in the sun. Ensure ventilation indoors. Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks.