Ludhiana, May 23 -- Following maximum temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius for over a week now, the local health department on Thursday issued an advisory regarding precautions needed to stay safe from the soaring heat.

Noting that high temperatures can be quite dangerous, especially for children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals suffering from chronic illnesses, the advisory called for taking timely steps to prevent heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps (muscle spasms due to heat), and heatstroke.

According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), a heatwave continues in several parts of Punjab and no significant change in temperature is expected for the next few days. On Wednesday the maximum t...