Tuesday, September 3rd, promises to be marked by heat wave in several regions of Brazil.
According to the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet), 17 capitals in the country have highs above 30ºC in the morning, with the heat persisting throughout the day.
See below the cities in which the heat wave will arrive and check out how to protect yourself.
Cities hit by heat wave in Brazil
Among the capitals, Cuiabá, in Mato Grosso, stands out with the highest temperature in the country, reaching an impressive 42ºC.
In addition to these, other cities recording high temperatures include
- White River (36ºC);
- Old Port (39ºC);
- Manaus (36ºC);
- Boa Vista (36ºC);
- Bethlehem (35ºC);
- Macapa (34ºC);
- Palmas (38ºC);
- St. Louis (33ºC);
- Teresina (36ºC);
- Aracaju (31ºC);
- Campo Grande (37ºC);
- Goiania (36ºC);
- Brasilia (31ºC);
- Belo Horizonte (34ºC);
- Rio de Janeiro (31ºC);
- Sao Paulo (31ºC).
Drought and low humidity raise concerns
In addition to high temperatures, drought and low humidity worsen the situation in several regions of Brazil.
The Midwest, including the states of Tocantins, Rondônia and Minas Gerais, is facing a significant drop in humidity levels.
THE Inmet classified these areas, along with parts of the north and northeast and inland regions of São Paulo, Paraná and Santa Catarina, as being in “potential danger” due to low humidity.
This scenario can aggravate respiratory problems, increase the risk of forest fires and impact the population's quality of life.
The combination of intense heat and dry air requires extra care to avoid health problems such as dehydration and heat stroke.
How to deal with heat and drought?
Given these adverse conditions, it is essential that the population takes measures to minimize the impacts of heat and low humidity.
Drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day is essential to keep your body hydrated.
Avoiding strenuous physical activity, especially during peak heat hours, can help prevent complications such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
In addition, it is recommended to use humidifiers indoors and eat light, fresh foods.
Sun protection is also crucial, whether through wearing light-colored, lightweight clothing, hats, sunglasses, or regular application of sunscreen.
In rural and forested areas, it is important to pay extra attention to prevent fires, as dry weather significantly increases the risk of fires.
Any sign of smoke or fire must be immediately reported to the competent authorities.
Forecast for the next few days
In the coming days, the trend is that the heat wave persists in much of the country.
Temperatures are expected to remain high, with little chance of rain in drought-affected regions.
Experts warn of the possibility of new heat waves, demanding that the population be continually prepared and pay attention to the recommendations of health and meteorological authorities.