Under the effect of an anticyclone and a flow facing southwest from Tuesday, a very hot air goes back to the region. These conditions should last at least until Thursday, with very high day temperatures and trying nights, despite a slight drop expected at the end of the episode.
This is a heat wave requiring particular vigilance, especially for elderly, children, people with chronic diseases And all those working or residing in unrefreshing environments.
Current observations
The minimums reported Tuesday morning were generally between 13 and 18 ° C in large crown and up to 20 ° C in Paris-Montsouris.
At 3 p.m., temperatures were generally between 32 and 35 ° C in the region.
Evolution planned
Temperatures will continue to increase in the coming hours, to reach maximums between 33 to 37 ° C on Tuesday afternoon.
During the night from Tuesday to Wednesday, a fairly trying night is expected close to the big cities. The expected minimum temperatures are generally between 17 and 20 ° C and up to 22 ° C in intramural Paris.
Wednesday afternoon, very high temperatures between 33 and 37 ° C are expected in the region, in a heavy atmosphere and made wet by localized storms that circulate in the region.
Behavioral advice in the face of heat
- Drink water several times a day
- Continue to eat normally.
- Wet the body wet several times a day using a fogger, a toilet glove or taking showers or lukewarm baths.
- Do not go out during the warmest hours.
- If you have to go out wear a hat and light clothes.
- Try to go to a cool or air -conditioned place two to three hours a day, while continuing to respect physical distancing and barrier gestures.
- Limit your physical and sporting activities.
- During the day, close shutters, curtains and windows. Air at night.
- If you have elderly people, suffering from chronic or isolated diseases around you, get their news or make their visit. Accompany them in a cool place.
- In case of discomfort or behavioral disorders, call a doctor.
- If you need help call the town hall.
- Be vigilant: anyone, even if they are healthy, is concerned.
- To prevent vegetation lights, do not use material that may produce sparks and make sure not to have any behavior that can promote fires (cigarettes, barbecue, etc.).
- In the event of a fire starting, immediately call 112 or 18 and get sheltered.
- To find out more, see the site: https://www.sante.gouv.fr/
