The Lucifer high-pressure system reached gazeta.pl, Europe from Africa. It caused the greatest devastation in Italy, and now in Spain. As the service reports, we will also feel its effects in Poland on Friday, August 13. Sunday is expected to be the hottest.

We remind you that the weather forecast can be monitored on an ongoing basis on our website: https://istotne.pl/boleslawiec/pogoda.

WARNING! Hot weather is particularly dangerous for young children and elderly people, those with diabetes or hypertension, and people with heart problems. People taking medication should also exercise particular caution.

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How to survive a heat wave?

  • avoid going outside during the hottest part of the day (10:00–17:00)
  • avoid excessive sun exposure and sunbathing
  • use sunscreen
  • do not leave children, animals or flammable materials in the car
  • wear loose, airy clothing covering as much skin as possible; wear a hat and sunglasses
  • drink plenty of fluids regularly
  • avoid drinks containing alcohol and sugar
  • eat light meals, paying particular attention to the freshness of the ingredients
  • avoid physical exertion
  • take cool showers and baths. (A completely cold shower during hot weather may cause thermal shock)
  • avoid large temperature differences between air-conditioned rooms and cars and the temperature outside
  • close and cover windows during the day
  • stay in the coolest room in the house, especially at night
  • look after animals. Do not expose them to excessive sunlight, ensure they have unlimited access to drinking water, and ventilate the rooms where they stay
  • observe your body’s reactions during hot weather. If you feel unwell, contact a doctor.