Goa prepares for heatwave

HEATING UP

As summer draws near, the State govt is already taking proactive steps to deal with heatwave by putting in place a comprehensive action plan that will include:

HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Ensure that every hospital and public health centre has a prepared emergency cooling ward equipped with essential medical items like ORS.

MONITORING SAVES LIVES

Enhance surveillance procedures and initiatives such as daily monitoring of illness, death rates, and other data related to heat.

EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

During the summer, schools are open to function between 6 am and 11 am and are required to carefully arrange the exam timetable ahead of time.

LABOUR DEPARTMENT

Create a roster of factory medical officers and contractors to effectively inform workers about the dangers and indications of heat-related strain.

TRANSPORT DEPARTMENT

Implement the use of reflective paint on the roofs of bus stands to create cool environments, while also ensuring the provision of drinking water.

While summers in Goa are typically focused on getting sunburnt and enjoying on the beach, staying safe should always be a priority.

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