Beijing experienced one of the warmest days of the year, which forced the authorities to declare a “orange” alarm, the second highest level of alarm, and residents to look for coolness in shady places or near the canals.
In the big city of nearly 22 million inhabitants, authorities have called on the population to be vigilant while temperatures are expected to reach 38 degrees Celsius.
When a “orange” alarm is declared, residents must limit outdoor activities and be hydrated to avoid heat stroke.
Based on the instructions, it is recommended to the construction workers “to reduce the time they spend in their work”, while the elderly, patients and those who belong to vulnerable groups should “avoid excessive stress”.
China is experiencing a series of extreme summers: the northern regions have heat waves, while the south is often affected by torrential rains and floods.
Beijing is still a few points from breaking its record for the warmest day for June, which was recorded at 41.1 degrees Celsius in 2023.
In the face of these waves of heat, Lucy Lucy, 42, a resident of Beijing, estimates that “forecasts should be made” when temperatures exceed 40 degrees, “such as teleworking, to limit the risk of heat stroke”, he added.
Source: Skai
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