Heat warning for Glâne: level 4, major health risk
Unchanged since the first report last verified 17:28 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Glâne. High day and night temperatures place a heavy burden on health.
What hazard threatens
Persistently high day and night temperatures increase the risk of dehydration, heat stroke and circulatory problems, especially for the elderly, infants, the chronically ill and pregnant women. The risk of forest and wildfires also rises.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Marsens, 715 m a.s.l., 8 km from the event
29.9 °C
32.9 °C
32 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 33° 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. Prepare using the linked guide on protection against heat and drought.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids, avoid midday heat and physical exertion outdoors. Ventilate at night and in the morning, keep spaces shaded during the day. Look after vulnerable people around you and observe any outdoor fire bans in effect.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.7016° N, 6.9930° E
- 46°42′05.6″ N 6°59′34.7″ E