Heat wave in Toulouse: increased vigilance on the risk of fire
The heat wave episode continues in Haute-Garonne where the Prefecture has continued its vigilance systems. High temperatures, drought and southern winds increase the risk of fire. A decree prohibits entertainment fireworks and the burning of firebrands until Monday, June 20 at 12 p.m. Burning is also not possible and harvesting is not recommended.
The end of the day will be suffocating in Haute-Garonne where vigilance has however dropped to orange level. Due to the earliness of this heat wave and the intensity of the temperatures, the population is therefore invited to continue to follow the prevention advice: avoid exposure to the sun and outdoor outings during the hottest hours, hydrate regularly, limit physical activity, take care of vulnerable people.
Several fire starts
The high temperatures, combined with the drought and autan winds, pose a significant fire risk. Several fires, some extending over several hectares, have already been counted in recent days in the department according to the Prefecture of Haute-Garonne. Consequently, by prefectural decree dated this Saturday June 18, all open-air pyrotechnic activities, in particular the firing of fireworks for entertainment and the burning of firebrands, are prohibited in the Haute-Garonne department of Saturday June 18, 2022 at 6 p.m. to Monday June 20, 2022 at 12 p.m. In addition, it is not possible to practice burning this weekend (except for exceptions prohibited by the town halls and the Departmental Fire and Rescue Service) and it is strongly advised not to harvest because this activity can produce sparks. .
Risk of dry thunderstorms
Today Saturday, June 18, the heat is still accentuated a little in a very dry air, accompanied by a wind
autan sustained, up to 70 km / hour. Temperatures this afternoon will be between 35°C in Lauragais and up to 39°C on the edge of Tarn-et-Garonne. 38°C are expected in the Toulouse conurbation.
This evening, a beginning of refreshment opens from the west. 21 to 22°C are expected tonight, which
remains high. Tomorrow Sunday, temperatures will drop slightly and should be between 35°C to
Toulouse (slight cooling due to the wind) and 37°C in Comminges and Volvestre. the
thunderstorm risk is low, and if necessary it will be dry thunderstorms accompanied by thunderstorms
thunder.
Risks of drowning
With rising temperatures, the urge to cool off and swim remains strong. Or these scorching temperatures are rising
the risk of drowning. Be careful of hydrocution (thermal shock), constantly supervise children, choose a
supervised bathing place and take your physical condition into account.
The right reflexes to adopt
If you know elderly, isolated, disabled or fragile people, check in with them or visit them regularly and encourage them to register on the register set up by each town hall in order to receive help from volunteers.
Drink water regularly without waiting to feel thirsty; cool off and wet your body (at least your face and forearms) several times a day; eat enough and do not drink alcohol; avoid going out during the hottest hours and spend several hours a day in a cool place (cinema, municipal library, supermarket, museum, etc.); avoid physical and sporting activities during the hottest hours (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and in direct sunlight; activated your cool accommodation (close windows and shutters during the day, open them in the evening and at night if it is cooler); remember to regularly give your news to your loved ones and, as soon as necessary, dare to ask for help;