Heat warning Broye: level 4, high risk
Unchanged since the first report last verified 17:28 CEST
Summary
A level 4 of 5 heat warning is in effect for Broye. Persistently high temperatures are placing a heavy burden on health.
What hazard threatens
The persistent heat places a heavy strain on circulation and health, especially for the elderly, infants and the sick. The risk of forest and wildland fires in the region is also rising.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Payerne, 490 m a.s.l., 2 km from the event
32.3 °C
36.8 °C
27 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 37° 17° 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 medium, impact is high. Drink enough fluids, avoid the midday heat and physical exertion outdoors. Keep living spaces cool by ventilating early in the morning and evening and shading during the day.
What to do now
Check now that vulnerable people around you are drinking enough and protecting themselves from the heat. Postpone outdoor activities to the cooler hours of the day and observe any fire bans in place.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.8178° N, 6.9149° E
- 46°49′04.2″ N 6°54′53.7″ E