Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has issued an ultraviolet index alert for Wednesday, warning of high to extreme UV radiation levels in several districts. Recording a UV index of 11 on Tuesday, radiation levels are expected to reach dangerous levels in Idukki, indicating an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure.

UV index readings:
- Extreme risk (UV index above 11): Idukki
- Very high risk (UV index 8–10): Pathanamthitta (9), Alappuzha (9), Palakkad (8), Malappuram (8)
- High risk (UV index 6–7): Kollam (7), Kottayam (7), Thrissur (6), Ernakulam (6)

KSDMA has advised people to take precautions to avoid UV-related health issues such as sunburn, heatstroke, and skin damage.

For UV index 6 to 7 (high) the public are advised to take moderate precautions; for 8 to 10 (very high) take extra precautions by staying in shade or indoors during midday hours; for 11 and above (extreme), take maximum precautions by avoiding going out and protecting yourself if unavoidable. 

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