TIRUPUR: District collector Dr Manish Narnaware (IAS) has directed that play schools in Tirupur should not function until the end of the summer season, in view of the prevailing heat conditions.The announcement was made during a review meeting held at the district collectorate on Tuesday, where officials discussed precautionary measures to prevent heat and heatwave-related impacts. The collector emphasized the importance of maintaining adequate hydration by drinking sufficient water and carrying it while traveling. People were advised to consume ORS, lemon juice, tender coconut water, buttermilk and fruit juices to prevent dehydration. Wearing light-coloured, loose-fitting clothes and consuming seasonal fruits, vegetables and home-cooked food are also recommended.Residents have been urged to remain indoors as much as possible and to use umbrellas when stepping out during peak afternoon hours. Children should never be left unattended in parked vehicles, and their hydration levels must be monitored closely. For the elderly living alone, health checks should be conducted twice daily, and access to a phone should be ensured. In case of heat stress, cooling measures such as using wet clothes and providing cold baths were advised.Special care instructions are also issued for livestock and pets, including providing shade, water, and proper shelter. The collector warned of fire hazards due to extreme heat affecting electrical wiring and advised residents to safeguard valuables and important documents.The meeting was attended by the district collector’s personal assistant (general) T S Duraimurugan, the dean of the Government Medical College Hospital Dr Manonmani, district health officer Dr Jayanthi and other departmental officials.
