Heat Index at Caution Level in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Colombo, Gampaha, Hambantota and Monaragala districts during the day time

To stay safe, here are some recommended actions: - At job sites, make sure to drink plenty of water and take breaks in shaded areas. - At home, check on elderly and sick individuals. - Never leave children alone in vehicles. - If outdoors, limit strenuous activities, seek shade, and stay hydrated. - Wear light and white or light-colored clothing. Additionally, please review advisories from the Disaster Preparedness & Response Division of the Ministry of Health. For more information, you can call 011-7446491. Showers are expected in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western, and Eastern provinces, along with the Polonnaruwa, Galle, and Matara districts after 2:00 p.m.