Heat warning level 4 issued for Zurzach-Bülach
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
A level 4 out of 5 heat warning is in effect for Zurzach-Bülach. The high temperatures place significant strain on circulation and health.
What hazard threatens
Persistently high temperatures place significant strain on circulation and health, especially for the elderly, infants and the sick. The risk of forest and wildfires also rises.
Local weather conditions
Measuring station Lägern, 845 m a.s.l., 9 km from the event
26.4 °C
31.9 °C
46 %
Day of warning and following days
- Wed 29.07. 32° 22° measured Tropical night (from 20 °C)
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 is assessed as medium and impact as high. Prepare now using the linked guide on protection against heat and drought.
What to do now
Drink enough fluids, avoid the midday heat and physical exertion outdoors. Keep living spaces cool by ventilating at night and in the morning and shading them during the day. Look after vulnerable people around you and observe current outdoor fire bans.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 47.5594° N, 8.4287° E
- 47°33′33.7″ N 8°25′43.2″ E