Heat wave in Rosenheim: temperatures up to 40 degrees - so you stay cool!

Heat wave in Rosenheim: temperatures up to 40 degrees - so you stay cool!

The heat wave that currently captures Europe brings with it extreme temperatures for many cities. In Rosenheim, on July 1, at 11 a.m. on the Loretovies, over 38 degrees were measured. On July 2, today's date, the maximum values ​​in the city are expected at a sensational 40 degrees. There are also high summer values ​​in various places in Rosenheim: a thermometer on Kaiserstrasse showed 39 degrees, while the outdoor pool even measured 40 degrees in the sun at noon. The South Tyrolean Platz in front of the train station also experienced the maximum of 40 degrees and Ludwigsplatz reached 38 degrees. In this heat spamp, the temperatures in the city are at a record level!

The city administration has reacted to this extreme weather situation and offers the citizens different cooling options. Parks, drinking water wells and water points have been set up to provide relief to the population. Mayor Andreas März emphasizes the importance of measures for heat protection, such as promoting greening projects and providing spray plants. Such initiatives are not only beneficial for personal well -being, but also serve to reduce the health risks associated with the extreme temperatures.

heat days on the upswing

According to the Bavarian State Office for the Environment, the heat days in Bavaria increase significantly. An analysis of the 30-year mean values ​​shows that the frequency of days is constantly increasing at over 30 degrees Celsius. These extremes have a variety of health risks. Older people, chronically ill and children who can suffer from the consequences of heat conditions are particularly at risk. Already in 2003 and 2018, an estimated 9,500 and 8,700 additional deaths were recorded in Germany.

The [European Environmental Office] (https://www.eea.europa.eu/de/highlights/hitzewellen-britungen-breit- von- infectious diseases) emphasizes that heat is the most common weather condition that is associated with deaths in Europe. The increasing temperatures also mean that infectious diseases such as malaria and dengue fever spread further north. The increase in heat waves is not only a challenge for health systems in cities, but also in rural areas. The need to adapt is becoming more and more urgent: proposals range from the creation of green areas to the optimization of building concepts.

Health consequences in focus

The health risks should not be underestimated. Heat stroke, heat collapse and cardiovascular problems are just a few of the diseases that increase in hot periods. The urban heat islands that arise from inadequate city green contribute to the problematic development. The municipal decision -makers are required to implement heat action plans in order to guarantee the security and well -being of the population.

Overall, it can be stated that climate change can not only be regarded as an abstract phenomenon, but has concrete effects on daily life. The challenges of climate change can be mastered with a good hand for preventive measures and joint effort. The hot time demands all of us and it is up to us how we deal with it.