Heatwave bringing very hot summer weather

[Janet]

I know it's summer and we can expect it to be hot, but a particular Saharan weather front is heading our way making temperatures rise above 35º from Tuesday, with the increase noticeable as early as this Sunday. No doubt there will be varios coloured alerts in due course from Aemet, but all we need to know is that it's going to be very hot, especially in the medianías and the south of Tenerife. The heatwave is expected to last at least several days to a week, and so it's worth reiterating the health advice issued by the health department for summer wellbeing.

Sanidad says that the symptoms of being heat-affected include fainting or lightheadedness, nausea, and palpitations. Children might become irritable and lose their appetite. The Health department says that with calimas, too, the elderly, those with chronic illnesses, and particularly those with respiratory problems should take extra care, and advise anyone feeling any symptoms to try to cool themselves immediately, drink water, and if they do not feel better very quickly, to seek medical help.

General advice to protect from sun and heat is:

• to stay in places shaded from the sun and in the cooler rooms
• to keep the blinds down during sunlight hours
• to open windows overnight to cool dwellings
• to use fans or air conditioning to cool the environment where possible
• to be careful of dramatic temperature variations when changing environments
• to avoid direct sunlight, and if going out is inevitable, wear a cap or a hat, and lightweight, light coloured clothing, and try to walk through shaded areas or with an umbrella for protection, taking breaks in cool places
• to carry water always and sip it frequently
• not to leave children or elderly people inside a closed car
• to avoid strenuous activities in the central hours of the day
• to eat light meals and refreshments rich in water and mineral salts, such as fruits and vegetables, which help to replenish salts lost by sweating
• not to drink alcoholic beverages
• to help others, particularly those who might be sick or old people, living alone
• to consult a doctor if you are taking medication that can influence your body's ability to regulate temperature
  to call 112 for any information

JA

[Janet]

Aemet has issued an aviso especial - special warning – for the coming heatwave, which is now forecast to last between a week and ten days, starting in the Canaries this coming Tuesday with temperatures in excess of 35º. The aviso is above – for the full size version click HERE. JA

[Janet]

well today is just spectacular ... only the wispiest of clouds, and not many of those at all, sunny, bright, lovely and warm but with a coolness in the air ... not the slightest bit sticky or muggy ...

we'd better enjoy it while it lasts ..... 

[Janet]

The Cabildo has issued a fire ban for the duration of the heatwave. It applies to BBQs, agricultural or forestal burning, bonfires, use of machinery or tools which could cause sparks (e.g. brushcutters or welding equipment) in agricultural or forested areas, and, of course, fireworks in areas at risk, i.e. near anything that could catch light and propagate. The Cabildo also asked the public for its cooperation in avoiding forest areas during the heatwave. The insular Servicio Técnico de Gestión Territorial Forestal e Incendios is already on alert in case of fire. JA

[Janet]

At last we can say it is beginning to cool down. It won't be all that noticeable today in Tenerife, and indeed it could feel very hot indeed in parts, but the yellow alert for temperatures to 34º has been lifted from today. The heat will gradually begin to disperse, and will be noticeable, really, from Monday. JA

[El Profesor]

It's not even that hot!

Try Madrid, that's hot . . . . or Qatar.

[poker]

I see on aemet only cooler (25c.) from tuesday . Monday still 30 c . ( Arona) .

[Janet]

you won't see the yellow alert today though ...

[El Profesor]

Ok . . . why is it so bloody cold out? . . . . this is sweaty season!

[Nova]

Cold???