Sunni leader Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar on Sunday called upon the State government to initiate stringent action against those who try to upset the communal harmony in the State in the wake of the Kalamassery incident. He also said the explosion during the convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses was a shocking and painful incident. Both the … Read more
Temperatures could hit as high as 32C by midweek, with the England alert in force until Sunday. Source link
A boat is arranged to shift villagers to safety in case of an emergency in Konaseema district. With the floods continuing, the villagers residing along the Godavari river bund are in panic in the Eluru and Konaseema districts. Officers on flood duty have been put on alert in the tail-end areas of West Godavari district. … Read more
Two states are seeing locally acquired cases- the first spread inside the US in 20 years. Source link
Image used for representational purpose only. | Photo Credit: PTI Kerala is likely to witness isolated heavy rains and thundershowers for the next four days, said a weather bulletin issued by the India Meteorological Department in Thiruvananthapuram on June 17. A yellow alert has been issued for five districts — Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, and … Read more
High temperatures could affect the whole population and impact the health service, a UK agency says. Source link
Dr Agostinho Sousa, head of extreme events and health protection at UKHSA, said: “In the coming days we are likely to experience our first sustained period of hot weather of the year so far, so it’s important that everyone ensures they keep hydrated and cool while enjoying the sun. Source link
The District Medical Officer (DMO) has called for alert against water-borne diseases. The possibility of spread of diarrhoeal illnesses, typhoid, and jaundice was more during the rainy season, a statement from the DMO said. Only water that has been boiled and cooled should be used for drinking. Keep such water handy when venturing outside. Water … Read more
The aim is to protect the most vulnerable as high temperatures become more common due to climate change. Source link
Image for representational purpose only. | Photo Credit: Biswaranjan Rout Heatwave conditions have been declared by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in various regions of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Palghar, Thane, Konkan, central Maharashtra, and Vidarbha. This is the fourth heatwave alert for the Konkan region and the first for the month of May, according to … Read more