CHENNAI — With temperatures rising above seasonal averages, weather authorities have issued a heatwave advisory for Chennai and nearby northern coastal districts, urging residents and particularly outdoor workers to take precautions as the summer season intensifies. Meteorologists from the India Meteorological Department and the Regional Meteorological Centre have noted that maximum temperatures are forecast to remain elevated over the next several days, with hot, dry conditions contributing to increased health risks.
The state health department has activated its precautionary framework, ensuring medical facilities are prepared to treat heat-related illnesses such as dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. Officials have stocked essential medical supplies and ambulances, set aside beds in government hospitals, and advised the public on protective measures including staying hydrated, avoiding direct sunlight between noon and 3 p.m., and wearing lightweight clothing.
Authorities have also urged employers and construction site managers to reschedule outdoor work during cooler hours, provide shaded rest areas, and ensure regular access to drinking water for labourers and gig workers. Vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and pregnant women are advised to remain indoors during peak heat hours and monitor closely for heat-related symptoms. With temperatures expected to remain high, health experts emphasize early caution and swift action to prevent heat stress and related complications. News as reported
