Level 4 heat warning affects Bex - Villars
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Bex - Villars. Persistently high temperatures are placing significant strain on the body.
What hazard threatens
The ongoing heat places heavy strain on circulation and health, particularly for the elderly, infants and the sick. The risk of forest and wildfires in the region is also rising.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Col des Mosses, 1412 m a.s.l., 14 km from the event
24.1 °C
26.5 °C
44 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 27° 15° 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
The likelihood is medium, but the potential impact is high. Prepare early using the linked guide to protect yourself and 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 current outdoor fire bans.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.2671° N, 7.1020° E
- 46°16′01.5″ N 7°06′07.4″ E