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Kerala Issues UV Warning as Index Tops 8 at Five Locations

The warning focuses on midday ultraviolet peaks that raise health risks.

Overview

  • KSDMA, which issued a statewide advisory Sunday, said very high ultraviolet levels were recorded over the past 24 hours.
  • Orange-alert readings above 8 were logged at Kottarakkara, Konni, Chengannur, Changanassery and Munnar.
  • High readings of 6 to 7 were noted at Kalamassery, Thrithala, Ponnani and Mananthavady.
  • Officials urged people to avoid direct sun from 10 am to 3 pm and to use hats, umbrellas, sunglasses and full-coverage cotton clothing.
  • The advisory flags higher risk for outdoor workers, fishermen, water transport staff, bike riders, tourists and people with skin or eye disease, albinism, cancer or weak immunity.