Temperatures could soar up to 35 degrees. This is what the MRI reports to La Libre. Extreme heat which implies adopting a few “good gestures” to tackle the next few days in good conditions.
Close your curtains and shutters during the day
“It is necessary to conceal as much as possible“, advises Fabian Debal, forecaster for the IRM. The sun is an important vector of overheating. It is therefore strongly advised to close the curtains and shutters so as not to let the sun’s rays enter the dwelling. .
Ventilate in the early morning and at dusk
Contrary to what is recommended during the day, it is advisable to open the windows very early in the morning and very late in the evening, in order to let the coolness of the night enter the rooms. When the sun has fallen, temperatures will fluctuate between 18 and 20 degrees. This is therefore the best time to lower the temperature in homes.
Hydrate
Who says high heat, says risk of dehydration. Drinking plenty of water is very important during heat waves. Usually, an adult should drink 1.5 liters of water per day according to the Superior Health Council. During a heat wave, it is advisable to add half a liter to your normal consumption and therefore drink two liters of water a day. As far as diet is concerned, light and water-rich foods are recommended.
Keep an eye on vulnerable people
If the high temperatures are not pleasant for anyone, for part of the population, they can prove to be dangerous. Young children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to high temperatures. Particular attention must be paid to them in order to avoid any risk of complications.
IT ISavoid physical exertion
On hot days, intense physical activity is not encouraged. They are particularly not recommended during the hottest hours of the day, between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. “You have to do as little sport as possible to avoid being affected by high temperatures“, concludes Fabian Debal.