third heatwave hitting Mexico The air temperature will exceed 40 degrees in 22 states of the country. According to the National Weather Service (SMN), this Monday is expected to maximum 40 to 45 degrees Celsius in cities in the north and south of the national territory. From my side, Mexico City could reach 35 degrees today in the afternoon.
High temperatures experienced by the country have their origin in the anticyclonic circulation that persists in the middle layers of the atmosphere, as pointed out by SMN a few days ago. “The first tropical wave of the season will pass over Tehuantepec Bay without affecting the country,” the statement said.
States they reach maximum temperatures between 40 and 45 degrees Celsius are:
| Baja California campeche Chiapas Chihuahua Coahuila Colima Warrior Gentleman Jalisco Michoacán Morelos |
Nayarit New Lion Oaxaca Quintana Roo San Luis Potosi sinaloa voiced Tabasco Tamaulipas Veracruz Yucatan |
Aguascalientes, Baja California Sur, Durango, southwest Mexico State, Guanajuato, Puebla, Querétaro and Zacatecas will report 35 to 40 degrees. Finally, in Mexico City and Tlaxcala this Monday, the maximum temperature will be between 30 and 35 degrees.
CDMX Civil Protection Secretariat declared a yellow alert in twelve municipalities where urges people not to expose themselves to the sun. Authorities recommend using sunscreen, dressing in light colors, wearing glasses and a hat. Also recommended do not eat on public roadsbecause food decomposes quickly.
CDMX mayors warned of heat wave are:
- Alvaro Obregon
- Azcapotzalco
- Benito Juarez
- coyoacán
- cuauhtemoc
- Gustavo A. Madero
- from tapalapa
- from tacalco
- Miguel Hidalgo
- Tlahuac
- venusian carranza
- jochimilco
What to do during such heat, as in Mexico?
According to the CDMX Civil Protection Secretariat, The heat will last at least until Sunday, June 18.or. The public should be aware of the warnings in their area as warnings may be issued. do not expose yourself to solar radiation for a long time and avoid dehydration. If you live with children or the elderly, you will need to be on the lookout as they are the most vulnerable.
The Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS) advises to stay in the background, drink plenty of water (even if you are not thirsty)eat well-cooked food, avoid alcohol and sugary drinks, wear light, loose and light-colored clothing, avoid strenuous work or outdoor exerciseuse an umbrella, bathe frequently, and do not leave people or pets in the vehicle.
Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can lead to heat stroke, which occurs when the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees. Heatstroke is more common in older adults, children under the age of six, and people who are overweight, dehydrated, have heart disease, or are on medication.
According to the IMSS, heat stroke symptoms dizziness, excessive sweating, fever, skin redness, heart palpitations, headache, or seizures. If you notice inappropriate behavior, vomiting, confusion or loss of consciousness, or if the person is having trouble breathing, don’t waste time and go to the emergency room.
Source: Hiper Textual
