Civic agencies such as Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) and Metrowater are set to strengthen preparedness for heat wave conditions in the city, following a meeting with senior officials of the State government.

At the meeting on Tuesday,  to improve preparedness for heat wave conditions and take measures to manage and mitigate the impact of heat wave in the State, officials directed civic agencies to set up facilities for drinking water across the city. Chennai Metrowater has been directed to create infrastructure for clean drinking water in areas including bus stops and locations in the vicinity of public transport infrastructure.