Level 4 heat warning issued for Moutier - Tavannes
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Moutier - Tavannes. Persistently high temperatures are placing a serious strain on health.
What hazard threatens
The intense heat puts significant strain on circulation and health, particularly for the elderly, infants and the sick. The dry conditions also raise the risk of forest and wildfires.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Delémont, 439 m a.s.l., 8 km from the event
32.6 °C
36.3 °C
27 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 36° 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
Likelihood is assessed as medium and impact as high. Take precautions early to protect yourself and vulnerable people around you.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids and avoid the midday heat and physical exertion outdoors. Ventilate living spaces at night and in the morning, shade them during the day, check on vulnerable people nearby, and observe any outdoor fire bans in place.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 47.2836° N, 7.3445° E
- 47°17′01.0″ N 7°20′40.3″ E