Overview
- The India Meteorological Department projected dry weather with minimum temperatures 2°C to 3°C below normal in isolated locations for the next five days.
- The Directorate of Public Health and Family Welfare issued a statewide advisory warning of a likely rise in acute respiratory infections, including seasonal flu.
- Seasonal flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, and fatigue, and most people recover within a week with rest and fluids.
- Pregnant women, children under five, seniors above 65, and people with chronic conditions were flagged as higher risk and were advised to consult a doctor if symptomatic.
- Warning signs requiring immediate care include high fever, breathing difficulty, bluish skin or lips, blood in sputum, or altered behavior, with guidance to use government facilities and call 108 in emergencies.