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Kerala Issues UV Radiation Alert as Heatwave Intensifies

The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has issued urgent alerts for rising ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels across multiple districts, cautioning residents to take necessary precautions. A Red Alert has been declared for Palakkad and Malappuram, where UV index levels have reached an extreme 11, posing serious health risks. Kollam and Idukki are under an Read More…

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High Levels of UV Rays: Red Alert Issued in Kerala’s Palakkad District

Palakkad: The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has issued a red alert in Palakkad district due to dangerously high levels of ultraviolet (UV) rays. Authorities have urged the public to take adequate safety precautions, as prolonged exposure to UV rays can lead to sunburn, skin diseases, eye disorders, and other serious health risks. Residents Read More…

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No Red Alert for Extreme UV in Kerala: Recent Warnings Linked to Heavy Rainfall

As of March 12, 2025, no official reports indicate extreme ultraviolet (UV) levels or a red alert in Kerala’s Idukki district. Recent alerts issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) have been related to heavy rainfall rather than UV exposure. In December 2024, IMD declared a red alert for Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam, and Idukki districts due Read More…

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Kollam Records Highest UV Level in Kerala; Rain & UV Alerts Issued in Several Districts

Kollam: Kollam has recorded the highest ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels in Kerala, prompting authorities to issue warnings for public safety. The extreme UV exposure poses health risks, including sunburn and skin-related issues, especially during peak afternoon hours. Along with UV alerts, several districts in the state are also under rain warnings due to changing weather Read More…

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Kerala Sees Surge in UV Radiation Levels; Authorities Issue Health Advisory

Kerala is witnessing a sharp rise in ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels, with multiple regions, including Kollam’s Kottarakkara and Munnar, recording dangerously high UV indices. The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has issued a warning after UV levels soared to an alarming index of 9 in districts such as Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha, and Idukki. A Read More…