TN: Meteorological Office Anticipates High Temperatures Ahead
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Synopsis
The Regional Meteorological Centre forecasts intense heat in Tamil Nadu over the next few days, with maximum temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. Health advisories recommend hydration and avoiding outdoor activities during peak hours.
Key Takeaways
- RMC predicts high temperatures across Tamil Nadu.
- Maximum temperatures could reach up to 40°C.
- Health advisories emphasize hydration and safety precautions.
- Outdoor activities should be limited during peak heat.
- Vulnerable populations require additional protection.
Chennai, March 5 (NationPress) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecasted extreme heat across numerous areas in Tamil Nadu in the coming days.
Even though peak summer is still two months away, daytime temperatures are expected to rise significantly, especially in the outskirts of Chennai and other regions.
The RMC anticipates that maximum temperatures on Wednesday will range from 36 to 40 degrees Celsius throughout the state.
The western interior and northern regions of the state are expected to endure hot afternoons, with temperatures lingering around 36 to 37 degrees Celsius.
In the western suburbs of Chennai, a rise of 2 to 4 degrees Celsius in maximum temperatures is anticipated, reaching approximately 36 degrees Celsius in the next few days.
Despite the increasing temperatures, some areas in Tamil Nadu might experience rainfall next week. From March 7 to 13, maximum temperatures are projected to remain normal to slightly above normal, between 32 and 36 degrees Celsius.
Minimum temperatures may also see a slight uptick, particularly in coastal and nearby districts.
Meanwhile, the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (DPHPM) has released a health advisory in response to the RMC's forecast.
It has urged the public to maintain hydration and consume homemade drinks such as lemon water, buttermilk, lassi, and fruit juices with a pinch of salt, as well as fruits and vegetables high in water content.
People are advised to stay indoors in cool, well-ventilated areas, keep windows and curtains shut during the day to block heat, and open them at night for ventilation. Outdoor activities should be planned for cooler hours, and direct sunlight, alcohol, caffeinated drinks, carbonated beverages, high-protein foods, and stale food should be avoided.
The advisory also cautioned against leaving children or pets inside parked vehicles, where temperatures can escalate dangerously.
It emphasized the need for extra precautions for infants, young children, pregnant women, and individuals with heart conditions or pre-existing health issues.
Outdoor workers are encouraged to limit sun exposure, refrain from strenuous activities during peak heat hours, take regular breaks in shaded areas, and hydrate every 20 minutes.
Elderly individuals or those unwell and living alone should be monitored frequently. The public is advised to avoid going out between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. and to seek medical assistance if experiencing symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, or heat stress.
