Heat warning level 4: Thalwil-Wetzikon affected
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect between Thalwil and Wetzikon. The region is experiencing persistently high temperatures that strain health and safety.
What hazard threatens
The persistent heat raises the risk of dehydration, heat stroke and circulatory problems, especially for the elderly, infants and the sick. The risk of forest and wildfires is also rising in the Thalwil-Wetzikon area.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Pfäffikon, ZH, 537 m a.s.l., 9 km from the event
30.5 °C
35.0 °C
40 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 35° 16° 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 of occurrence is assessed as medium and impact as high. Use the linked guide to prepare specifically for this heat period.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids and avoid 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
- 47.3127° N, 8.6791° E
- 47°18′45.8″ N 8°40′44.7″ E