Farai Dziva|The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has urged Zimbabweans to take a lot of fluids to avoid dehydration.

The department has also warned that the exceedingly high temperatures being experienced in most parts of the country will persist.

“In light of the expected hot conditions, the public is urged to carry sunhats for outdoor activities and plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration particularly water, avoiding a prolonged stay in the sun, avoiding outdoor activities protecting yourselves from the sun by using umbrellas and wide-brimmed hats …,” said the department in a statement.