In the coming days, the daily average temperature is expected to consistently exceed 25°C, meaning the extreme heat could pose a serious strain not only on those with chronic illnesses but also on healthy individuals.

They added that increased caution is also essential for vacationers, festival-goers, and those working outdoors, so they were asked to drink water regularly during the day, avoid alcohol and excessive caffeine consumption, and not take perishable foods to festivals or the beach without refrigeration.

The following tips have been issued:
 

• Stay hydrated throughout the day—don’t wait until you feel thirsty! Replenish minerals regularly.

• Avoid alcohol and excessive caffeine, especially during the hottest part of the day, as they increase the risk of dehydration.

• Look out for one another: in crowded, unshaded areas, symptoms of heat-related illness can appear quickly—don’t ignore warning signs.

• Avoid bringing perishable food to festivals or the beach unless proper refrigeration is available — opt for safer alternatives.

• Refrain from outdoor sports or garden work during peak heat hours.

• If you’re travelling, ensure your car’s air conditioning is working, and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles. If you see a child or animal left in a car in the sun, call emergency services immediately on 112. 
   

Feeling unwell may occur more quickly at crowded, shade-free mass events, so it was recommended that everyone avoid outdoor sports and gardening during the hottest hours.

They also asked that those setting off on a journey ensure that the air conditioning in their cars is working and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles. If anyone sees a child or pet left in a car in the sun, they should call the emergency number 112 immediately, they wrote.

They also recommended shady, well-ventilated places for vacations, and those staying in the city were advised to provide adequate shading and ventilation in their homes, as well as to periodically use air-conditioned communal spaces.

They also asked everyone to pay more attention to the elderly and children in the heat.
 

The announcement reminded that a fire ban is in effect in several counties. It is forbidden to light fires in forests and within a two-hundred-meter radius, even in designated fire pits.

The vegetation is dry everywhere and can ignite from the slightest spark or heat source, so it is not advisable to light a fire outdoors, they warned.

They added that everyone can have a potluck or barbecue in their own garden, but it is important that the fire is never left unattended for a single minute.

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