Heat warning level 4 issued for Ajoie region
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Ajoie. Persistently high temperatures call for increased caution, especially for vulnerable people.
What hazard threatens
Sustained heat puts significant strain on circulation and health, particularly for infants, the elderly and the sick. The risk of forest and wildfires is also rising in the region.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Fahy, 596 m a.s.l., 10 km from the event
31.8 °C
35.5 °C
31 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 36° 20° measured
As of: Values as at the time of the warning; they are not updated afterwards.
Source: MeteoSwiss
Context & protective measures
Background: heat waves are becoming more frequent and intense in Switzerland. The greatest danger is the health burden from persistently high day and night temperatures, which favour dehydration, heat stroke and circulatory problems. The elderly, the chronically ill, pregnant women and infants are particularly at risk.
Recommendation
Likelihood is assessed as medium and potential impact as high. Drink enough fluids, avoid physical exertion outdoors during the hottest hours, and keep living spaces cool through targeted ventilation.
What to do now
Check your drinking water supplies now, plan ways to stay cool, and check in on vulnerable relatives or neighbours in the Ajoie area. Observe any outdoor fire bans currently in place.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 47.4214° N, 7.0693° E
- 47°25′17.0″ N 7°04′09.3″ E