Sri Lanka, Feb. 19 -- The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre has issued an Amber-level warm weather advisory at 3:00 p.m. on February 19, 2025, valid for the next 24 hours. The advisory applies to the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Eastern, and Southern provinces, as well as Rathnapura and Monaragala districts.

The heat index, or the temperature felt by the human body, is expected to rise to the 'Caution' level in these areas.

Precautionary measures:

Job sites: Stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade.

Indoors: Check on the elderly and sick.

Vehicles: Never leave children unattended.

Outdoors: Limit strenuous activities, seek shade, and stay hydrated.

Clothing: Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.

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