A 37-year-old man has died from sunstroke in Kannur, Keralam, highlighting the dangers posed by rising temperatures in the region. The deceased, identified as Sunil Kumar, was reportedly engaged in digging a well at his home when the incident occurred on the morning of April 22, 2026.

Witnesses reported that Sunil collapsed around 11 am while working in the sun. He was initially taken to a clinic in Pallippoyil, but later transferred to a private hospital due to the severity of his condition. While his health showed some signs of improvement at first, he unfortunately passed away early in the morning on April 23.

Hospital officials indicated that the likely cause of death was sunstroke, which is becoming increasingly common as temperatures rise in the region. Sunil Kumar’s funeral is scheduled for 10 am on Friday, April 24.

Weather Conditions In Southern India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a weather bulletin on April 23, which indicates that Southern India is currently experiencing volatile weather patterns. These include scattered thunderstorms and heightened heat stress across various states.

According to the IMD, heat wave conditions are expected in isolated areas of Keralam on April 23 and 24. The forecast suggests that hot and humid weather will persist in certain regions of Tamil Nadu, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Coastal Karnataka until April 27. Residents in these areas have been advised to exercise caution and to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

The IMD has recommended that individuals in the affected regions stay well-hydrated and consume oral rehydration solutions (ORS) or homemade drinks such as lassi and buttermilk to manage health in the heat.

Forecast For Keralam And Surrounding Areas

The IMD predicts a mix of isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall, along with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected to reach speeds of 30 to 50 km/h from April 23 to 27 across Keralam, Mahe, and Karnataka.

Similar weather conditions are forecasted for Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam until April 25. Additionally, regions such as Rayalaseema and Telangana are likely to experience these weather patterns on April 23 and 24. The IMD has also issued warnings for lightning activity in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal during the first 48 hours of the weather prediction period.

The public in these regions is encouraged to stay informed about the weather updates and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety during this period of extreme weather conditions.

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