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Heatwave Alert: orange weather warning issued in Gironde
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Published on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 11:57 PM
# Heatwave Alert: Orange Alert Issued in Gironde Updated on 12/08/2026 Due to meteorological conditions, the department of Gironde is placed under **ORANGE heatwave alert** effective from **Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 12:00 p.m.**, until further notice. Intense heat is expected over the next four days, with temperatures reaching 39 to 41°C on Thursday and 35 to 38°C on Friday during the day. Nighttime temperatures will remain high (between 19 and 22°C). Compliant
Heatwave Alert: Orange Alert Issued in Gironde
Updated on 12/08/2026
Due to meteorological conditions, the department of Gironde is placed under ORANGE heatwave alert effective from Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 12:00 p.m., until further notice. Intense heat is expected over the next four days, with temperatures reaching 39 to 41°C on Thursday and 35 to 38°C on Friday during the day. Nighttime temperatures will remain high (between 19 and 22°C).
Pursuant to the provisions of the heatwave plan, the Prefect of Gironde has informed all mayors in the department and placed emergency services, rescue services, and authorized civil protection associations in Gironde on pre-alert. This morning, she convened the departmental heatwave cell to ensure the proper implementation of the prevention measures.
The Prefect calls on everyone to remain at the highest level of vigilance. The risk is greater for elderly people, individuals suffering from chronic illnesses or mental health disorders, those who regularly take medication, and isolated individuals.
During heatwaves, it is important to adopt the correct behaviors and follow the recommendations below:
- Keep your home cool (close windows and shutters during the day, open them in the evening and at night if it is cooler outside);
- Drink water regularly and frequently;
- Cool down and wet your body several times a day (especially your face and forearms);
- Spend several hours each day in a cool place (cinema, municipal library, etc.);
- Avoid going out during the hottest hours and avoid physical activity;
- Remember to regularly give news of yourself to your loved ones, and ask for help if needed.
All recommendations for protection against extreme heat are available on the website of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health www.sante.gouv.fr and on the websites of the State services in Gironde: www.gironde.gouv.fr.
A public information hotline is also available: 0 800 06 66 66 (free call from a landline).
Associated documents
* [Download 2026-08-12-Orange Heatwave Alert Issued
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