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Protection advice against heat in Puy-de-Dôme
Automatically translated from French ·
Published on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 9:35 PM
In the face of high temperatures, the prefecture of Puy-de-Dôme reminds people of essential protective measures: stay cool, drink water, avoid alcohol, and monitor the most vulnerable. In case of distress, call 15.
Emergency instructions
In case of fainting, call 15.
In the face of high temperatures, do not wait to feel the first effects of heat before adopting the right precautions to protect yourself.
⚠ Health risks can occur from the very first days
Recommended actions:
- Stay cool: at home or in a cooled place
- Drink water without waiting to feel thirsty
- Wet your body to cool down
- Close shutters and windows during the day
- Prioritize gentle activities
- Eat fresh and balanced meals
- Avoid alcohol
- Check on the most vulnerable people
If you feel unwell, call 15.
Additional information available at: sante.gouv.fr/sante-et-environnement/risques-climatiques/article/les-recommandations-en-cas-de-vague-de-chaleur
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