Code Red due to extreme heat – advice for event organisers

For example, ensure there is plenty of free drinking water, shaded areas and clear information on how people can protect themselves. You should also consider adjusting the programme, moving activities to cooler times of the day and paying extra attention to heat-related health issues.

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Measures

At temperatures of 32°C or above, it may be advisable to cancel an event. People find it difficult to cool down in such conditions. The warmer it gets, the greater the risk of serious health problems. In extreme cases, these can have lasting consequences or even be life-threatening.