The South African Weather Service (Saws) has issued an extreme heat warning for parts of the Western Cape, including Cape Town, forecasting temperatures of 34 to 37 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. The service advises the public to take precautions against heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke.
The South African Weather Service advised of extremely hot and uncomfortable conditions in places over the Namakwa interior and interior of the West Coast district on Tuesday and Wednesday, including the majority of the Western Cape interior on Wednesday.
“Over the City of Cape Town, extremely uncomfortable conditions are likely on Wednesday as temperatures reaching 34 to 37 degrees Celsius can be expected. Such weather conditions can have significant health impacts, thus essential to take necessary precautions,” the weather service said. It further stated when the temperature is extremely high, humans’ ability to cool their bodies through sweating is reduced. This can be a real threat that may lead to hyperthermia.
In an extremely hot environment, the most serious health and safety concern is heat stroke. The weather service said heat strokes can be fatal if medical attention is not available immediately. Stay indoors in well-ventilated areas or air-conditioned rooms. Avoid playing strenuous sports or engaging in excessive manual labour.Water: Drink plenty of water. Use water in spray bottles to cool down.
HEATWAVE SAFETY WESTERN CAPE SOUTH AFRICA HEALTH
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