Fribourg: level 4 heat warning in effect
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Fribourg. Persistently high temperatures are placing significant strain on health and circulation.
What hazard threatens
The ongoing heat strains circulation and health severely, especially for the elderly, infants and the sick; the risk of forest and wildfires is also increasing.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Fribourg / Grangeneuve, 651 m a.s.l., 7 km from the event
31.0 °C
34.3 °C
28 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 34° 18° 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 considered medium and the potential impact high. Prepare now using the corresponding guide.
What to do now
Drink enough, avoid the midday heat and physical exertion outdoors, keep living spaces cool by ventilating during cooler hours, and look after vulnerable people around you. Also observe any outdoor fire bans currently in place.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.8220° N, 7.1748° E
- 46°49′19.2″ N 7°10′29.3″ E