The second-degree meteorological warning concerning Bolesławiec County states:
Hot weather is forecast. The maximum daytime temperature will range from 29°C to 32°C, reaching 33°C on Thursday, 18 August. The minimum nighttime temperature will range from 17°C to 20°C, and from 18°C to 21°C during the night from Wednesday to Thursday, 17/18 August.
Warning valid:
from: 2022-08-16 12:00
to: 2022-08-18 20:00.
Take care.
ATTENTION! Hot weather is particularly dangerous for young children and older people, those with diabetes or hypertension, and people with heart problems. People taking medication should also exercise particular caution.
How to get through a heat wave?
- avoid going outside during the hottest part of the day (10:00–17:00)
- avoid excessive exposure to the sun and sunbathing
- use sunscreen
- do not leave children, animals or flammable materials in a car
- wear loose, breathable clothing covering as much of the 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, provide them with unlimited access to drinking water, and ventilate the rooms where they stay
- monitor your body's reactions during hot weather. If you feel unwell, consult a doctor.