By: Isuru Parakrama
Colombo (LNW): The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Department of Meteorology today (23) issued another notice with heat index advisory being considered for eight districts amidst the ongoing arid weather affecting the island.
The heat index is expected increase up to ‘caution’ level at some places in North-Central and Eastern provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullativu, Moneragala districts, the Centre said in a statement.
The general public is urged to stay hydrated and take brakes in the shade as often as possible, check up on the elderly, the children and the sick, limit strenuous outdoor activities, and wear lightweight and white or light-coloured clothing.
