SA Weather Service warns of high temperatures expected for Gauteng
JOBURG – Temperatures will go as high as 37°C this week.
As the heat rises so will ill health and safety precautions need to be put in place.
The South African Weather Service has put out a warning of sizzling temperatures in Gauteng between 12 and 16 November.
They stated that weather temperatures can reach as high as 35°C and the lowest high at 32°C with very little chance of rain. With the alert comes a possible rise in the number of heat-related incidents.
Monday🌤13|32°C
Tuesday⛅️14|33°C
🔥HOTTER
Wednesday⛅️14|34°C☂️15%
Thursday⛅️15|34°C☂️15%
Friday🌤16|35°C
Sat🌤18|35°C
🚴🏻♀️Sunday⛅️14|31°C☂️27%#JHBWeatherMon🌤15|33°C
Tue⛅️16|34°C
🔥HOTTER
Wed⛅️16|36°C☂️21%
Thu⛅️17|37°C☂️20%
Fri🌤18|37°C
Sat⛅️19|37°C
Sun⛅️16|33°C☂️30%#PTAWeather— Gauteng Weather (@tWeatherSA) November 11, 2018
Here are a few tips from the Red Cross Organisation on how to manage this week’s rising temperatures:
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol
- Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-coloured clothing. Avoid dark colours because they absorb the sun’s rays
- Ensure that your pets’ needs for water and shade are met
- Check on your animals frequently to ensure they are not suffering from the heat
- Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles
- Avoid extreme temperature changes
- Know those in your neighbourhood who are elderly, young, sick or overweight. They are more likely to become victims of excessive heat and may need help.
Please be advised of the following special weather advisories valid from today (12 November 2018) – Be safe and take care. @ReenvalSA @WaterSheddingWC @storm_sa @StormReportSA1 @huisgenoot @landbou @AgriSAOfficial @GrainSA @OFM9497 @expressoshow pic.twitter.com/7N8xf6s39v
— SA Weather Service (@SAWeatherServic) November 12, 2018
