The Directorate General of Emergencies, based on the forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), has declared a heat alert in Lanzarote and La Graciosa starting at 12:00 PM this Monday.
This episode of high temperatures will be persistent and values will increase progressively throughout this Monday until reaching temperatures of up to 37 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the latter day being the hottest.
Thus, Aemet had already activated the orange alert for this situation which, in principle, will extend until Thursday when temperatures begin to decrease notably.
Recommendations
- Protect yourself from the sun and heat.
- It is recommended to stay in places protected from the sun for as long as possible and in the coolest rooms of the house. During sunny hours, lower the blinds on windows that receive direct sun.
- Open house windows at night to cool it down.
- It is advisable to use some type of air conditioning (fans, air conditioning) to cool the environment. If you do not have air conditioning, you should spend at least two hours a day in air-conditioned places (shopping malls, cinemas, etc.).
- Keep in mind that when entering or leaving these places, there are sudden changes in temperature that can affect you.
- On the street, avoid direct sun. Wear a cap or hat, use light clothing (like cotton), light colors, and not tight-fitting.
- Try to walk in the shade, stay under an umbrella on the beach, and rest in cool places on the street or in air-conditioned indoor spaces.
- Carry water and drink often.
- Never leave children or the elderly inside a closed vehicle.
- Avoid going out and doing prolonged physical exercise during the central hours of the day, which is when it is hottest. Reduce physical activity during the hottest hours.
- Eat light and regular meals, drink beverages and eat foods rich in water and mineral salts, such as fruits and vegetables, which help you replace the salts lost through sweat.
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages. Avoid very hot and high-calorie meals.
- Help others. If you know elderly or sick people who live alone, visit them once a day.
- If you are taking medication, consult your doctor if it may affect thermoregulation or if it needs to be adjusted or changed.
- For any information request, call 0-12.