Heat warning Val de Travers: level 4 in effect
Unchanged since the first report
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Val de Travers. Persistently high temperatures are straining health and circulation.
What hazard threatens
High temperatures place heavy strain on circulation and health, especially for the elderly, infants and the sick. The risk of forest and wildfires also rises due to the accompanying dryness.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station La Brévine, 1050 m a.s.l., 6 km from the event
28.5 °C
31.4 °C
28 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 31° 7° 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 of occurrence is considered medium and the potential impact high. Take precautions early to protect yourself and vulnerable people around you.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids, avoid physical exertion outdoors during the midday heat, and keep living spaces cool by ventilating at night and in the morning while shading them during the day. Look after vulnerable people nearby and observe any outdoor fire bans in place.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.9298° N, 6.6110° E
- 46°55′47.3″ N 6°36′39.5″ E