Level 4 heat warning issued for Val d'Hérens
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Val d'Hérens. Persistently high temperatures are straining circulation and health.
What hazard threatens
Persistently high day and night temperatures increase the risk of dehydration, heat stroke and circulatory problems, particularly for the elderly, infants and the sick. The risk of forest and wildfires also rises.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Evolène / Villa, 1825 m a.s.l., 9 km from the event
21.4 °C
25.3 °C
58 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 25° 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
The likelihood is medium and the potential impact high. Prepare in time using the linked guide on protection against heat and drought.
What to do now
Drink enough, avoid the midday heat and physical exertion outdoors, keep living spaces cool by ventilating early morning and evening and shading during the day. Look after vulnerable people around you and observe outdoor fire bans.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.1804° N, 7.4550° E
- 46°10′49.3″ N 7°27′18.1″ E