1 Humidex V's Temperature Alerts
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- by Stuart Gunn
- 04-12-2024
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With the summer temps on the rise, we all need to be aware of how our body responds.
Humidex is a superior measure of heat and for how you can be affected.
The humidex, combines air temperature and humidity to estimate how hot it feels to the human body. People can begin to feel discomfort or health effects at different levels depending on individual sensitivity and activity levels. Below is a general guide:
Humidex Categories and Effects20–29: Comfortable for most people.
30–39: Some discomfort may start to be felt, especially for those
unaccustomed to heat or engaging in physical activities.
40–45: Significant discomfort. People may start feeling the effects of
heat, including sweating and mild fatigue. Caution is advised for
outdoor activities.
46+: Dangerous heat. Heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion or
heatstroke can occur, particularly for vulnerable groups (e.g., elderly,
children, those with pre-existing conditions).
54+: Extreme danger. Conditions can be life-threatening, even for
healthy individuals, without precautions.
When Effects Start
Most people begin to feel heat stress at a humidex of 35 or higher, with noticeable impacts on comfort and performance. For people doing physical work or in direct sunlight, effects may occur at slightly lower levels due to added heat load.
Lert Info will send humdex alerts when the temperatur reaches 37deg. This should be your prompt to drink LOTS of water - a cup every 15-30mins and to seek shelter if you can.
To set up humidex and emergency alerts - Click Here