Heatwave emergency extended until Monday

The Functional Center of the Civil Protection of the Campania Regionin consideration of the current weather situation, has extended the alert notice for “Heat waves” currently in progress until 2pm on Monday 5th August. Until tomorrow the criticality will concern the entire territory. From 12 tomorrow, however, the warning will concern only the municipalities defined as high risk, that is those of the coastal strip of the entire region. In these areas temperatures are expected to be higher than the seasonal average values ​​of 3-5°Cassociated with a humidity level which, especially in the evening and night hours, may even exceed 80% and in conditions of poor ventilation.

It is recommended not to go out during the hottest hours of the day, not to expose yourself to the sun or do outdoor activities and to limit travel by car. Heart patients, the elderly, children and subjects at risk must pay particular attention. Always keep rooms properly ventilated. Make sure to stay hydrated by drinking water. Also pay attention to pets.