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Minister J Chinchurani told the assembly that as many as 742 animals including cattle and poultry died during extreme heat this year.
On Monday, the day temperature has come down in the state. Only three places recorded a maximum temperature of above 40 degrees Celsius.
At least 33 including election officials on duty died of suspected heatstroke on Friday.
According to experts, it is important to note that feeling thirsty isn't the key to drinking water this season.
Earlier three deaths due to sunstroke were reported in the state from Palakkad, Idukki and Mahe.
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Stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is reduced or blocked completely.
As much as possible, stay indoors till 3 pm on the days of extreme heat warnings.
The government also urged the people to wear loose clothes and add more fruits and salads to their diet.
Being overweight and obese stand as primary risk factors for strokes, and they are closely associated with other conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes, which further heighten the risk.