Person shielding eyes from harsh sunlight under extreme heat, highlighting risk of UV radiation and heatwave conditions

High ultraviolet radiation recorded in Kerala; public advised to take precautions

High levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation have been recorded across Kerala, with several regions reporting UV index above 8, triggering orange alerts. Authorities have urged the public to take precautions, avoid direct sunlight during peak hours, and protect themselves from potential health risks such as sunburn, skin damage, and eye-related issues.

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Technician checking air conditioning units with pressure gauges highlighting access to cooling and climate adaptation needs

Access to cooling matter of health for all, not privilege of rich, says top UNEP official

Access to cooling should be treated as a public health necessity and not a privilege of the wealthy, a top UNEP official has said, as India prepares for a hotter-than-normal summer. Rising heatwave days are expected to disproportionately affect vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and outdoor workers, with serious implications for health, water supply, power demand, and essential services.

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