Heat warning for Baden-Württemberg: Hot start to the year

Heat warning for Baden-Württemberg: Hot start to the year

Heat warning for Baden-Württemberg: Minister of Health calls for caution

The German Weather Service (DWD) has published the first heat warning of the year for Baden-Württemberg. In view of the strong thermal load, which is expected on June 19 and 20 June 2023, Minister of Health Manne Lucha warns of possible health risks and calls the population to protective measures.

The increasing temperatures can lead to circulatory problems and physical discomfort at individual heat days, since the body has not yet got used to the high temperatures. According to Lucha, typical heat -related symptoms such as dizziness, headache, exhaustion, nausea and vomiting can occur. In some cases, extreme heat can even be life -threatening.

In order to protect themselves from the effects of the heat, the Ministry of Health gives the following recommendations:
- Avoid physical exertion during the midday heat and stay in cool interiors or in the shade.
- Find out more about air -conditioned rooms in your area, e.g. libraries.
- Ensure sufficient fluid intake through water, juice spritzer, soups or water -rich fruits. Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
- ventilate rooms in the cooler morning and evening hours and darken them during the day.
- Wear light, bright cotton clothing, headgear and use sun protection.
- also note the needs of other people who cannot implement these measures independently.

The Ministry of Health also points out the dangers of ultraviolet radiation. UV light can have different effects on the organism, such as skin damage and the development of skin cancer. It is therefore recommended to stop in the shade and use sunscreen.

Further information and useful tips on the topic of "health and heat" can be found on the topic "Health and Heat" of the climate change and health at the State Health Office (LGA).

source:
Press release of June 14, 2023: Action alliance to protect against heat.