Level 4 heat warning issued for Zofingen-Triengen
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Zofingen-Triengen. Persistently high temperatures are straining circulation and health.
What hazard threatens
Persistently high temperatures place significant strain on circulation and health, particularly for the elderly, infants and the sick. The ongoing dryness also raises the risk of forest and wildfires.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Egolzwil, 522 m a.s.l., 7 km from the event
31.0 °C
35.3 °C
36 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 35° 17° 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 considered medium and the potential impact high. Avoid physical exertion during the midday heat and pay particular attention to vulnerable people around you. Keep living spaces cool by ventilating in the early morning and at night, then shading windows during the day.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids, avoid outdoor exertion during the hottest hours and observe any outdoor fire bans in effect. Consult the linked guide on protection from heat and drought to prepare effectively.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 47.2175° N, 8.0767° E
- 47°13′03.1″ N 8°04′36.1″ E