Persistent drought in the western Jura (level 4/5)
Unchanged since the first report last verified 18:13 CEST
Summary
The western Jura is affected by persistent drought according to the FOEN, severity 4/5. Water use and forest access should be adjusted accordingly.
What hazard threatens
Prolonged drought lowers groundwater and spring levels, strains the drinking-water supply of smaller municipalities and agriculture, and markedly increases the risk of forest and field fires.
Context & protective measures
Background: dry spells are becoming more frequent and longer in Switzerland. Prolonged drought lowers groundwater and spring levels, strains the drinking-water supply of smaller municipalities and agriculture, and markedly increases the risk of forest and field fires. The FOEN rates the situation by region across several warning levels.
Recommendation
The likelihood of occurrence is low, but the potential impact is high. Use the linked guide on protection during heat and drought to prepare.
What to do now
Use drinking water sparingly, observe municipal fire bans and water-use restrictions, avoid open fires in the forest, and keep a drinking-water reserve on hand.
Risk matrix
Event location
- Coordinates · WGS84
- 46.8044° N, 6.5362° E
- 46°48′15.9″ N 6°32′10.3″ E