Stay hydrated as sun directly over Sri Lanka for 10 days

The sun will be directly over Sri Lanka from August 28 to September 06 because of its movement southward, the Meteorological Department said. 

Accordingly, the sun will be directly overhead at Delft Island, Pooneryn, Thadduvankoddi and Chundikkulam at around 12:11 p.m. tomorrow (28).

In light of the rising temperatures, health experts advise people to avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight and to drink plenty of fluids frequently in light of the comparative increase in the temperature in the country.

“Overexposure to the sun may lead to complexities on certain people and thus it is better for everyone to stay away from the sun,” an expert said.   

Medical experts warn of imminent rise in skin diseases

In light of the rising temperatures in the country, medical experts warn of an impending increase in skin diseases.

Speaking to the Daily Mirror, Specialist Dr. Deepal Perera noted that skin problems are becoming more common among children due to rising temperatures across the country.

“Higher temperatures can make skin conditions worse and increase the risk of dehydration, especially in young children,” he pointed out.

As such, the expert advised public to avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight and to drink plenty of fluids frequently.

He also urged the public not to drink artificial beverages but drink natural water, lemon juice, and king coconut.

Further, the medical expert advised parents to make sure their children take a bath twice per day in order to keep dehydration at bay.

This follows the advisory issued by the Meteorological Department that the sun will be directly over Sri Lanka from August 28 to September 6 because of its movement southward.

Accordingly, the sun will be directly overhead at Delft Island, Pooneryn, Thadduvankoddi and Chundikkulam at around 12:11 p.m. today (28).

“The reason for this phenomenon is the prevailing climate changes that have affected the entire world,” an official from the Meteorological Department said.