Rising temperatures: Heat days in the district of Ludwigsburg are increasing

Rising temperatures: Heat days in the district of Ludwigsburg are increasing

In the state capital Stuttgart, the high temperatures dominate this year that the population drives into the outdoor pools. The Mineralbad Berg, in which numerous visitors want to cool off on hot days, is particularly popular. The numbers speak for themselves: The German Weather Service has already registered 13 so-called heat days for Stuttgart this year, at which the temperatures exceed the 30-degree mark. A certain Guido Schmidt, who often comes to the mineral bath, draws a comparison to previous years and states: "In the past, the same temperature was about the same temperature. And today it is 32, 34 degrees.

Schmidt's impression is not entirely unjustified, even if it seems a little exaggerated. Historical records show that there were extremely hot days as early as the 1960s, which were also over 30 degrees. The SWR reports that temperatures near the 40-degree mark were reached in May 1969. August 1990 was also a heat wave that brought many to the limits of their resilience.

an increase in the hot days

The heated summer days are no longer the exception, but increasingly the rule. "We have more summer days and more hot days," explains Kai-Uwe Nerding from the German Weather Service. The reason for this increase lies in the general increase in average temperatures, which should not be surprised in view of the climate changes. The statistics of the German Weather Service show a significant trend: over the past few years the hot days have risen noticeably in Stuttgart and the surrounding area.

experts warn that summer will become even more heated and drier in the future. Nerding predicts: "We have to continue to expect rising temperatures in Baden-Württemberg. And thus with the increase in heat waves that also last longer." In addition to the heat, other extreme weather events can also be expected in the future, such as heavy rain, which often comes unexpectedly and can cause great damage.

But not everyone sees the new weather conditions as dramatic. "I'm 65 now, I honestly say. And for me the next 35 years, it is still enough," says an older man who has come to the mineral bath. This ambivalent perception is also evident in broader society, where some consider the heat to be a temporary phenomenon, while others are concerned about the long -term consequences of climate change.

climate change and visitor behavior

An open topic remains how visitor behavior will develop in outdoor pools and swimming pools. The search for refreshment attracts many people, especially when the weather is oppressive. But does the increase in the hot days also lead to rethinking in society, where more and more people are dependent on the possibility of cooling? This could challenge both the infrastructure and health care in the long term.

increasing temperatures in Stuttgart and the associated heat days bring new challenges.
swr

The explosiveness of the topic must not be underestimated. The changes that we experience today are not only a current challenge, but also an outlook on the future that will bring more hot days and new weather extremes. Responsible plans and rethinking in society are required to effectively counter the rising temperatures.

The discussion about climate change has gained dynamics in recent years. Scientists increasingly warn of the long -term consequences of increasing temperatures that can have both ecological and economic effects. The world climate (IPCC) has repeatedly emphasized in its reports that the human influence on the climate is undeniable and that measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are urgently required.

measurable effects on the environment

Another indication of climate changes are the observed adjustments in the flora and fauna. Many plant species begin to bloom earlier and animals change their reproductive behavior. An example of this is the reproduction of birds, which also increases due to higher temperatures and earlier food sources. These changes show that the ecosystem reacts to global temperature changes.

In addition, studies show that extreme weather events such as droughts, heat waves and heavy rain events occur more frequently. An investigation by German Weather Service shows that the number of hot days increases concentrically to urban areas and large cities. Urbanization contributes to the increase in the 'urban heat island' effects, which means that cities become even hotter than surrounding rural areas.

In order to counter the possible economic and social consequences of the increasing heat, many municipalities are forced to develop adaptation strategies. These heat measures include not only the creation of cool locations, but also the promotion of environmentally friendly urban planning concepts that integrate trees and green spaces in order to lower the temperatures in urban areas.

long -term weather trends and forecasts

The rising temperatures in Germany are not just a temporary phenomenon. Forecasts indicate that the increase in global temperatures will continue to stop by greenhouse gases, which could lead to even more extreme weather conditions. According to the world climate (ipcc) , the global temperature could increase by more than 2 degrees Celsius by the end of the century if the emissions are not significantly reduced.

For regions such as Baden-Württemberg, this means that heat phases can not only take more intensive, but also longer, which will have significant effects on health, agriculture and the general quality of life of the population. Adaptation to these circumstances is considered inevitable to minimize future risks.