Level 4 heat warning issued for Appenzell
Unchanged since the first report last verified 17:28 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Appenzell. Persistently high temperatures are placing a serious strain on circulation and health.
What hazard threatens
The persistent heat places serious strain on circulation and health, particularly for the elderly, infants, the chronically ill and pregnant women. The risk of forest and wildfires is also rising markedly.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station St. Gallen, 776 m a.s.l., 12 km from the event
26.9 °C
31.4 °C
52 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 31° 19° 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 of occurrence is medium, but the potential impact is high. Take protective steps early to safeguard your health and that of vulnerable people around you.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids, avoid the midday heat and physical exertion outdoors. Ventilate living spaces at night and in the morning, and shade them during the day. Look after vulnerable people around you and observe any outdoor fire bans.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 47.3209° N, 9.3885° E
- 47°19′15.3″ N 9°23′18.6″ E