The Malta Airport MetOffice has said that it would like to advise the public of high temperatures that are to be expected over the next couple of days, with the maximum temperature reached so far today at 35 degrees Celsius.
The maximum temperature expected for tomorrow, Friday, the 21st and Saturday, the 22 nd of June may hover around 34 and 35 degrees Celsius.
It is expected that next week the weather will start to go back to normal temperatures for this time of the year, with the average maximum of around 30 degrees Celsius.
High temperatures cause water to be lost from the body at quick rates resulting in dehydration. It can also lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke. The heat can affect anyone but some people run a greater risk of serious harm including older people, babies and young children, people with chronic conditions and physically active people.
To avoid the effects of the heat wave it is important to:
• Keep out of the heat by avoiding any unnecessary exposure to the sun during hot periods of the day usually between 11.00am till 4.00pm. • Stay cool by staying in the coolest parts of the home and work • Drink regularly to make up for the losses and eat more cold food • Seek advice if you have any concerns.