A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Eastern, Northern, North-Western, North-Central and Uva Provinces as well as the Monaragala District.

The heat index, the temperature felt on the human body, is likely to increase up to the ‘Caution Level’ in several areas today (6), according to the Department of Meteorology.  

“The Heat Index Forecast is calculated by using relative humidity and the maximum temperature and this is the condition that is felt on your body,” said the Meteorology Department in a statement.

The department noted that prolonged exposure to the sun and outdoor activity would result in fatigue while continuing activity could lead to heat cramps. Therefore, residents have been requested to stay hydrated and to limit strenuous outdoor activities.