Hi Everyone!
Israel’s Health Ministry warned the public on Thursday to avoid
staying out in the sun for prolonged periods amid a "severe to extreme"
heatwave that was expected to last through Sunday.
“It is important to drink water frequently, regardless of activity level, and
to stay - as much as possible - in air-conditioned places,” the ministry stated,
also urging citizens to “avoid unnecessary physical exertion.”
The statement recommended that the elderly and people with chronic illnesses
avoid being outdoors altogether during the coming four days.
“Whenever outdoors, it is advised to wear a wide-brimmed hat, light and
comfortable clothing and apply sunscreen with a minimum sun protection
factor of 30,” the ministry added.
The Israel Meteorological Service, part of the Ministry of Transportation,
on Thursday morning warned of “unseasonably hot up to very hot and dry (sharav)
conditions in most regions,” in particular until Friday.
The highest temperatures were expected in the Jordan Valley, reaching
44.5 degrees Celsius/112.1 degrees Fahrenheit at noon on Thursday.
The heatwave was also expected to affect the Judean Foothills and Israel’s
coastal plain, where temperatures will reach up to 38 degrees Celsius /
100.4 degrees Fahrenheit, the service predicted.
In the nation’s capital, Jerusalem, the temperature was expected to rise to
34.2 degrees Celsius/93.56 degrees Fahrenheit at 3 p.m. on Thursday.
Only along the immediate coastline will temperatures remain slightly
above 30 degrees Celsius/86 degrees Fahrenheit, the service stated.
Here are tips to stay safe during a heat wave,
including English and Hebrew heat wave safety posters
https://jr.co.il/heatwave.htm
Stay Cool!
Shabbat Shalom,
Jacob Richman
