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Heat wave is coming: This is how the Osnabrück district protects itself!
High temperatures in Osnabrück: Heat telephone offers support and tips for groups at risk. Register and stay informed!
Heat wave is coming: This is how the Osnabrück district protects itself!
The temperatures are rising and the thermometer is often flashing red - it has never been more important to prepare for the coming heat waves. The Osnabrück district reacted in good time and launched its heat telephone, which offers tips on how to deal with the heat correctly. Anyone who feels unsafe in high temperatures can call 0541/501-1166. The team is available from Monday to Thursday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. and on Fridays until 12 p.m. Trained staff are available to provide helpful advice.
Particularly vulnerable groups, such as older people, chronically ill people and small children, are particularly at risk and should use the offers carefully. Osnabrück district reports that, according to weather forecasts, unbearable heat waves with record temperatures are expected in the coming weeks - similar to the hot summer of 2019, when temperatures climbed over 42 degrees Celsius.
Health risks
The influence of heat on health should not be underestimated. As the Robert Koch Institute shows in a current analysis, heat will also increase in Germany due to climate change. In addition to the groups mentioned above, pregnant women and people with existing medical conditions are also severely affected. Preventive measures are therefore of great importance. The need for preventive heat protection is growing and can only be effectively implemented through cooperation between different authorities and institutions. [RKI].
With regard to agriculture, it should also be mentioned that the current weather conditions not only cause health problems, but can also damage the harvest. The fields are dry and many farmers are urgently calling for rain to avoid crop failures. A circumstance that is worrying for both the local economy and the entire region.
Increase heat prevention
In order to be better prepared for the hot days ahead, registering for the heat phone is a valuable option. Registered people receive timely calls to warn of impending extreme weather conditions. This means you can act in time and take various measures to protect yourself and your loved ones. BioEnergienetz emphasizes the importance of heat protection and provides information about the health effects of climate change.
The discussion about heat and health is more relevant than ever. Stay informed and don't be afraid to contact the heat hotline - because it's just a call away!