Heat warning level 4: Val de Ruz - Colombier
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Val de Ruz - Colombier. Persistently high temperatures pose a health risk.
What hazard threatens
High temperatures strain the circulation and health, especially of the elderly, infants and the sick; the risk of forest and wildfires rises.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Neuchâtel, 485 m a.s.l., 8 km from the event
31.5 °C
Day of warning and following days
- Sun 09.08. 32° 20° measured
- Mon 10.08. 28° 18°
- Tue 11.08. 28° 20°
As of: Values as at the time of the warning; they are not updated afterwards.
Source: MeteoSwiss
Forecast: MET Norway, licence CC BY 4.0
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. Drink enough fluids, avoid midday heat and physical exertion outdoors, and keep living spaces cool by ventilating at night or in the morning and shading during the day. Look after vulnerable people around you.
What to do now
Prepare now using the guide on protection in heat and drought, stock up on drinking water, cool your home, and observe outdoor fire bans.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 47.0197° N, 6.8546° E
- 47°01′11.1″ N 6°51′16.4″ E