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Frankfurt fights against extreme heat wave: warnings and tips
Waldeck-Frankenberg warns of extreme heat and thunderstorms. The DWD reports temperatures up to 40 ° C and increased risk of forest fire.
Frankfurt fights against extreme heat wave: warnings and tips
What a weather that awaited us in Frankfurt in the past few days! Even today, the city is fighting with a heat wave that is classified as "extreme" by the meteorologists of the German Weather Service (DWD). With temperatures of up to 36.9 degrees on Tuesday and maximum values of 35.1 degrees on Wednesday, we all make it clear: Summer is the order of the day! But be careful, because the heat not only brings cheerful people into the outdoor pools, but also massive health risks.
The situation in Hesse is tense. Heavy rain and storm fronts move across the country, with warnings of storm gusts of up to 80 km/h and hail, which apply until around 10 p.m. In Kassel, the fire brigade will be in constant use, because there is an acute risk of forest fire, which must be checked on an area of 18,000 m². The weather is not just a problem for the emergency services; It is also getting tight on the streets. On the A5, the lane ceiling rises by a full 20 cm due to the heat, which leads to closures. Tourists and commuters should remember this well!
Heat and health
But what does this heat mean for our health? According to the ZDF Extreme heat is a relevant health risk, especially for older people and chronically ill. Already in the summer of 2022, 9,100 people died due to extreme heat, which even exceeds the number of traffic accidents and drug use. People with cardiovascular, kidney or lung diseases are particularly at risk. The increasing temperatures increase the disease burden, more hospital stays and operations by emergency services are the result.
It is therefore important to listen to the signs of the body in this heat wave. Symptoms such as dizziness, headache and extreme fatigue can be signs of heat damage. The DWD also provides helpful advice to combat the heat: drinking a lot (approx. 2.5 to 3 liters per day), staying in the shade and avoiding physical exertion are just a few of the tips. Regular control of the fluid balance can be essential for older people, especially for older people.
Recommendations for the heat wave
In order to counter the heat, healthy eating and good preparation should help. Light, well -digested foods such as fruit and vegetables are on the menu. In addition, damp cloths, fans and cool showers can support the body temperature. And our four -legged friends, the pets, also need enough liquid and protection against the heat! At temperatures above 30 degrees, quick action is required to maintain the health of everyone.
Another focus was on the events: some program items, such as an event at the Frankfurt Music School, had to be canceled due to the heat. This shows how much this weather conditions can throw us off the track.
The coming days will remain exciting. The DWD expects the highest thermal load to the middle of the week, with temperatures that could even reach the 40 degrees Celsius brand locally. Enjoy the sun, but be sure to protect yourself and others. Frankfurter Rundschau Warns urgently: in such extreme weather conditions, avoiding stays outdoors is a clever move!