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Switzerland issues red heat alert for many regions
Switzerland's Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology has raised the alert level to red in many regions, including Geneva, Basel, and the canton of Valais. Belgium extended its heatwave warning until Saturday night.
Red Alert in Switzerland
Switzerland's Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology (MeteoSwiss) has raised the alert level to red for many regions due to the ongoing heatwave.
The red alert, which covers areas below 800 metres above sea level, is in effect in regions including the cities of Geneva and Basel and the canton of Valais. The level 4 heat warning for Geneva will remain in place until August 5.
According to the office, daytime temperatures in these areas are expected to range from 34 to 38 degrees Celsius, with nighttime temperatures between 18 and 23 degrees. The highest temperatures are forecast to begin on Tuesday afternoon, July 29, and continue through Thursday evening, while possible thunderstorms on Friday could bring temporary relief.
A level 3 heat warning also remains in effect in many parts of the country as the heatwave grips large areas. Officials warned that high temperatures could pose serious risks to the circulatory system and overall health.
Citizens are advised to drink at least 1.5 litres of water a day, stay in the shade and cool places, and avoid strenuous physical activity during the hottest hours. Temperatures are expected to remain above 30 degrees until early next week.
Belgium Extends Warning Until Saturday
Belgium's Royal Meteorological Institute (RMI) has extended the warning for the ongoing heatwave until Saturday night.
With temperatures expected to reach up to 35 degrees, the country's national heatwave plan and yellow alert remain in place. The yellow alert is valid from Tuesday until midnight Saturday in some regions, while the warning level for the Belgian coast has been set to green for Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
During the heatwave, the RMI urged special care for the elderly and other vulnerable groups, advising them to drink plenty of fluids and avoid direct sunlight.
The European Mortality Monitoring Network (EuroMOMO) reported that Belgium recorded the highest excess mortality rate in Europe during the heatwave at the end of June, at 48 percent. Belgium activated its national heatwave plan earlier this week due to the rising temperatures.
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