The Department of Meteorology has issued a heat index advisory for the North-central and Eastern provinces, and the Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, and Monaragala Districts.
According to the advisory, the Heat index, the temperature felt on the human body, is expected to increase up to a ‘Caution’ level at some places in the said provinces and districts.
The Met Department warned that fatigue is possible with prolonged exposure and activity while continuing activity could result in heat stroke. (NewsWire)