Health Minister Ma Subramaniam has advised to avoid drinking alcohol in summer.
As the Agni Star period begins today, an awareness program was conducted in Chennai on behalf of the Chennai Corporation and the Medical Department on the effects of heat. Speaking to reporters at the time, the minister advised that one should not drink water only when one is thirsty and should drink water only when one comes out.
He advised to wear clothes that cover the whole body and to consume hydrated seasonal fruits. He also said that since the sun is high enough to put omelette, put the cloth on the seat of the vehicle.
Minister Ma Subramaniam said that children should not be seated in vehicles parked in front of houses and that government hospitals and beds are ready to treat the victims. Minister Ma Subramaniam also said that people should avoid coming out unnecessarily from 11 pm to 3 pm.
He advised people to avoid bottled soft drinks and advised wine lovers to reduce their consumption of alcohol as it can affect their health in the summer. He also said that the school education department will consult and issue a notice regarding pre-holiday leave for schools.
The impact of summer sun in Tamil Nadu has been increasing in the last few days. During the day, the sun is shining brightly, and at night there is a strong swell.