THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: IMD has warned about the temperatures rising to 4 degrees Celsius in the coming days in Kerala. A yellow alert has been issued in Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Kannur and Kasaragod districts on Tuesday. The weather department foresees the temperature reaching a torrid 39 degrees Celsius in many parts of the state.

• Do not work in the sun between 11 pm and 3 pm

• Drink maximum water even if you are not thirsty

• Do not drink alcohol, coffee, tea, or soda during the day

• Wear loose light colored clothes

• Carry umbrella or hat while going out

• Fruits, vegetables and spices should be included in the diet