Civil Protection draws the attention of citizens, especially those belonging to vulnerable groups, in this regard heat which is expected in the coming days, urging them to be especially careful to avoid health problems such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which can be caused by high temperatures that will prevail.

The General Secretariat for Civil Protection has issued a series of instructions for residents of areas where high temperatures are expected to prevail, and the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has informed the relevant government authorities involved in the service, according to a statement. , as well as the Provinces and municipalities of the country to be on high alert to immediately deal with the consequences of the prevalence of high temperatures, but also the occurrence of intense weather events that are expected after the heat wave subsides, with storms and strong winds.

– Stay in cool and shady places, away from crowds, use air conditioners or fans, and avoid heavy physical work in places with high temperature, shortness of breath and high humidity.

– Avoid sunbathing as well as walking or running in the sun and wear a hat and sunglasses, as well as light-colored clothing made of fabric that allows the skin to ventilate and helps sweat to evaporate, avoiding synthetic fabrics.

– Eat light meals with fruits and vegetables, limiting fat and food intake.

– Drink plenty of water and fruit juices, avoiding alcoholic drinks.

Special care is recommended for infants and young children, as well as the elderly and those with chronic illnesses, to protect them from high temperatures.

– To secure items that could cause damage or injury if carried away in adverse weather conditions.

– Make sure that the gutters and downspouts of the houses are not clogged and are working properly.

– Avoid crossing streams and streams on foot or by car during storms and rains, and for several hours after they have ended.

– Avoid field work and activities in sea and coastal areas during severe weather events (danger of lightning strikes).

– Immediately take cover during a hailstorm. Take cover in a building or car and do not leave the safe area until they are sure the storm has passed. Hail can be very dangerous for animals too.

– Avoid walking under large trees, under posted signs and generally through places where light objects (eg pots, broken glass, etc.) can break off and fall to the ground (eg under balconies).

– Conscientiously follow the instructions of local authorities such as the Road Traffic Authority, etc.

Weather for the coming days

Recall, according to the bulletin published today, Wednesday, August 17, 2022, by the National Meteorological Service (NMS) on the deterioration of weather in emergency situations, high temperatures will prevail in our country for the next three days, starting tomorrow Thursday from the west and continuing on Friday . On Saturday, the temperature will drop slightly in the west and north of Greece, but will remain high in all other regions. It is predicted that its maximum value will reach 40-41 degrees on the mainland and 37 degrees Celsius on the islands.

1. On Thursday (08/18/2022), the maximum air temperature is predicted on the mainland from 38 to 39, in some places in the west (and mainly in Etoloakarnania) up to 40 degrees Celsius and on the islands from 35 to 36.

2. On Friday (19-08-2022), the maximum temperature is predicted on the mainland from 39 to 40 degrees, in Thessaly and the eastern part of the mainland – 41 degrees Celsius, on the islands – from 36 to 37 degrees Celsius.

3. On Saturday (08/20/2022), the temperature in the western and northern countries will drop by 2-3 degrees, and in the eastern continental regions, its maximum value will reach 39-40 degrees Celsius. It is indicated that a change in the weather from the northwest is expected from Saturday afternoon, in some places it is possible to increase storms and increase winds.

4. On Sunday (08/21/2022), the air temperature will noticeably drop throughout the country and return to normal for the season (in most areas, its maximum value is from 32 to 35 degrees Celsius), and the weather in northern Greece and especially in Macedonia will be unstable.