On Friday (June 26), he will be in several in the districts of western, southern and part of eastern Slovakia, the temperature reaches above 35 degrees Celsius. The Slovak Hydrometeorological Institute (SHMÚ) informs about this on its website, stating that it has issued level two warnings against high temperatures for these locations.
Level 2 warnings are in effect from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., in some districts until 7:00 p.m. According to SHMÚ, high temperature represents a potential danger to human health, physical activities and the creation of fires.
In some in the districts of Prešovského, Košické Region and Banskobystrické Region, in Považí and Kysucie, warnings of the first degree apply on Friday. In these localities, the maximum air temperature is expected to reach above 33 degrees Celsius.
The Office of Public Health (ÚVZ) of the Slovak Republic warns in connection with temperatures that between risk groups of the population include children, the elderly, pregnant women or chronically ill people, especially people with cardiovascular, respiratory or mental diseases or who are overweight.
“High external temperatures can cause overheating of the body and health complications – an increase in body temperature, malaise, drowsiness, headaches, dizziness, nausea or vomiting. The extreme case is serious collapse conditions, which can lead, under certain conditions, to the eventual death of people, especially in risk groups,” warns ÚVZ.
According to him, an important principle is consistent adherence to a regular drinking regimen, even if thirst does not appear. It is also necessary to limit physical activity, stay out of direct sunlight and minimize spending time outside. Paramedics recommend a lighter diet during the heat, proper clothing including head coverings and sunglasses, and the use of protective creams.
Children and pets must not be left in direct sunlight or in parked cars. If people experience severe weakness, dizziness, nausea or collapse, they should seek help. High temperatures and drought significantly increase the risk of fires.
