Mahabubnagar Faces Rising Temperatures, Collector Issues Heatwave Warning
Even before the official start of summer, people in Mahabubnagar are already struggling with high temperatures. Since the beginning of March, daytime temperatures in the Palamuru region have been reaching between 31 to 36 degrees Celsius. This sudden rise has raised concerns about heat-related illnesses, prompting District Collector Viziyendira Boyi to issue a warning.
On Monday, during a district-level task force meeting at the Collector’s office, she stressed the need for public awareness about heatstroke prevention. She urged officials to educate people on how to stay safe during extreme heat.
“The severe heatwave poses a serious risk of heatstroke. It is crucial to spread awareness on preventive measures,” the Collector stated. She instructed district health officials to inform the public about rising temperatures and how to protect themselves.
She advised people to stay indoors during peak heat hours and take precautions if they must go outside. Wearing hats, drinking plenty of fluids, and consuming cooling beverages such as ORS solutions, lemon juice, buttermilk, and fruit juices were among her recommendations. She also suggested wearing light-colored, loose-fitting clothes and covering the head with hats or towels to avoid direct sunlight.
“It is best to stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day and schedule outdoor activities for the cooler mornings and evenings,” she added.
For rural workers under the employment guarantee scheme, the Collector instructed officials to provide ORS solutions, drinking water, and shaded rest areas. She also advised ICDS and other field workers to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
“Anyone experiencing symptoms of heatstroke should immediately seek medical attention at the nearest primary health center,” she emphasized.
