THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: After the high heat warning in Kerala, authorities have issued an alert. A yellow alert has been announced in 12 districts, with the warning that heat will rise up to three degrees Celsius above normal. The yellow alert has been issued in 12 districts, excluding Wayanad and Idukki. Temperatures are expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in Kollam and Palakkad districts.

Thrissur, Palakkad and Kollam have been experiencing high temperatures for the past few days. Heat in Thrissur have exceeded 40 degrees Celsius in recent days, making it the hottest district this summer in the state. It is predicted that hot weather will persist until March 31 in the state, excluding hilly areas. In the eastern parts of Pathanamthitta district, temperatures rose to 38 degrees Celsius. People are advised to be cautious. Meanwhile, although summer continues to be severe, the Meteorological Research Center indicates a possibility of rain in some districts.