DMI: Why is heat dangerous

Were you tired of the cool julivejr, then you are probably happy for the scorching temperatures, which now lies as a blanket over the land.

It is not everybody, however, rejoice over the heat wave, and no heat can actually be downright dangerous, warns the DMI.

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- We notice when the weather can be potentially hazardous, and just about the here heating, as there is across the country right now, so it is actually something that can be really uncomfortable, especially for us danes, who are not accustomed to the heat, " explains meteorologist Herdis Damberg.

- When the temperature comes up around the 28 degrees or over, then there is a risk that we can get heat stroke or can dehydrate, and that is really something we should be aware of, she continues.

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It is particularly older citizens and children, who may experience discomfort because of the heat.

- We can all be good dehydrate, but it is enough especially children and also the elderly who may not be aware of the signals that can come in the form of headaches, or if you get a little uncomfortable, saith the Herdis Damberg.

- So we take extra care of children and the elderly in terms of helping them to get drunk or stay in the shade.

And there is good reason to take it seriously.

the Statens Serum Institute in 2018 to report that the heat of the summer had been instrumental to 250 more died than expected.

We must take care of your health, but we must also take care of our surroundings.

Why is it in these days important that we are careful when we turn up the grill or make a fire in the backyard.

- We have a relatively high tørkeindeks in the eastern parts, and it also goes strong and it dries out in the rest of the country, when there is so much heat and sun.

- So it is a good idea just to think about, if you make a small bonfire or have a barbecue in the garden, tells Herdis Damborg.

Get the full overview of the upcoming days of hot weather in the video above the article.

Water, shade and, not least, sunscreen is a must. But how much sunscreen do you really need? Spoiler: You are using definitely not enough. Video/Editing: Tariq Mikkel Khan/Maya Westander

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