As Kolkata faces an extended heatwave, health professionals are sounding the alarm over a spike in heat-related health issues, primarily dehydration and heat exhaustion.

The sustained high temperatures have led to an increase in hospital visits, with symptoms ranging from mild dehydration to severe heat stroke, particularly among the elderly and other vulnerable groups.

Health authorities are stressing the importance of staying hydrated, avoiding peak heat hours, and utilizing cooling measures to prevent heat-related ailments.

This situation calls for enhanced public awareness and preparedness to address the health risks such extreme weather conditions pose.