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Hot weekend in Upper Franconia: This is how you protect yourself from the heat!
Over 30 degrees in the hot summer of 2025 in Kulmbach: Tips for health protection and local heat measures for all citizens.
Hot weekend in Upper Franconia: This is how you protect yourself from the heat!
We have a hot weekend ahead of us, and not just here in Cologne. The meteorologists are predicting temperatures around 30 degrees, which makes the sun the ideal companion for many outdoor lovers. Sun worshipers and swimming enthusiasts will definitely get their money's worth at the lakes and outdoor pools. But while one half is happy about the warmth, the other side of the coin should not be forgotten: high temperatures can be a real challenge for older people and people with previous illnesses. As the Frankenpost reports, the upcoming heat requires particular caution and caution from these groups in particular.
The dangers of heat
The situation is particularly alarming for people with health problems. According to current information, thousands die every year in Germany due to extreme heat. In the summer of 2022 there were around 9,100 people, more than in traffic accidents and drug use combined. This shows the importance of climatise health advice for those affected in order to be informed about the dangers of the heat and possible consequences such as dehydration and circulatory problems. The ZDF Today shows that older people and people with heart disease, diabetes or kidney disease are particularly vulnerable to the heat.
Prevention and protective measures
The German Medical Association is calling for more protective measures to better prepare the population for the coming heat phases. To minimize such health risks, experts recommend regularly drinking 1.5 to 3 liters of fluid, not overexerting yourself at lunchtime and avoiding direct sunlight. Taking lukewarm showers or cooling foot baths can help you cool down ZDF Today described in detail.
In Germany, the states and municipalities are responsible for implementing protective measures. The federal government has issued basic recommendations for the creation of heat action plans, which should be adapted by local municipalities. These plans include elements such as urban design, more urban greenery, information campaigns and monitoring so that citizens are better protected from the effects of extreme heat. The Federal Ministry of Health explains that more and more cities are implementing such plans or are planning them.
Finally: Despite all the joy about the summer, also think about the health risks and do everything you can to protect yourself and your loved ones well. A mindful lifestyle is particularly important during such heat waves.