The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast that the heat wave in Goa will continue till the month of May due to which people will experience extreme hot weather conditions and rise in maximum temperature. In view of the long duration of heat wave, the Revenue Department of Goa government in a communication has requested the government departments to take mitigation measures and has sent them a list of Dos and Don'ts prepared by the Goa State Disaster Management Authority for wide publicity at the grassroot level to mitigate its impact.
One of the safety measures in the said list which people are advised to take is avoid going out in the hot sun that may cause a heat stroke. Therefore, it is imperative now that the heads of government departments and offices strive to clear the files and applications of the public promptly and not compel them to visit their offices time and again to enquire about their pendency.
