A second heat wave reached Mexico with temperatures reaching 45 degrees.

If you live in Mexico and the last two months have been unbearably hot, get ready because it’s going to be a long one. This was reported by the National Weather Service. the beginning of the second heat wave throughout the country with temperatures up to 45 °C in some regions of the country.

The second heat wave in Mexico is caused by an anticyclonic circulation at mid-levels of the atmosphere. This will cause temperature above 30 degrees Celsius in 32 regions from the country. The heat will hit hard in Chiapas, Guerrero, Michoacan, Oaxaca, Tabasco and Veracruz, where temperatures will exceed 45 degrees.

“In conditions of high temperatures, the public is advised to take preventive measures such as adequate hydration, avoiding prolonged exposure to solar radiation, special attention to chronically ill patients, children and the elderly, and following the instructions of the Ministry of Health. sector and civil protection,” the National Weather Service said in a statement.

V Mexico City Sunny days are expected from maximum temperature 34 degrees. The CDMX Integrated Risk Management Secretariat urged the public to stay cool and drink plenty of water.

What to do during the heat in Mexico

According to authorities, The second heat wave in Mexico will last until Saturday, May 11, 2024.. The main recommendation is to avoid prolonged sun exposure and stay hydrated. must be provided special attention to the most vulnerable groupsfor example, children and the elderly, who are more likely to suffer from heat exposure.

The recommendations of the Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS) in case of heat are as follows:

• Stay in the shadows: Find cool places and avoid direct exposure to the sun.
• Drink more fluids at all times: Drink water often, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
• Eat well-cooked food: Avoid raw foods or foods that require refrigeration.
• Avoid sugary and alcoholic drinks: Choose natural water or sugar-free hydrating drinks.
• Wear light, loose clothing: Give preference to light-colored clothing that wicks sweat.
• Avoid strenuous physical work or outdoor sports: Exercise in cool weather or indoors.
• Use an umbrella or cap: Protect yourself from the sun with shade accessories.
• Bathe frequently: Take a shower or cool off with cold water to lower your body temperature.
• Do not leave people or pets inside vehicles: Vehicles parked in the sun can become heat traps.

Prolonged exposure to the sun can cause heatstroke, a serious illness that occurs when the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius. Those at highest risk include the elderly, young children, and people who are overweight, dehydrated, have heart disease, or are on medical treatment.