The IMD also stated that there is increased likelihood of cold related illnesses among people, which may get aggravated due to prolonged exposure to cold and livestock may also be affected due to prolong exposure to cold.
It advised people in the districts under yellow warning and also in other areas where intense cold is felt to stay indoor during night and avoid exposure to cold. Movement during night especially in two-wheelers or in open cars must be avoided, it said.
Keeping the IMD warnings in view, the Special Relief Commissioner has asked all collectors to ensure that school buildings, community buildings and other available buildings are opened for use as shelter during night by homeless and needy people.
