The Department of Meteorology has issued a Heat Index Advisory for the North-western and Southern provinces and the Ratnapura and Mannar Districts today (Mar 07).
According to the department, the Heat index, which is the temperature felt on the human body, is expected to increase up to ‘Caution level’ in some parts of the said provinces and districts.
As per the ‘Caution Level’ advisory, fatigue is possible with prolonged exposure and activity, while continuing activity could result in heat cramps. (NewsWire)