A severe heat wave is gripping various regions with temperatures expected to be extremely hot in the coming days. The National Meteorological Department has forecasted temperatures ranging from 37-23 degrees Celsius in the east and 35-23 degrees Celsius in the west, with the desert, Badia, and Aqaba regions experiencing highs of 42-22 degrees Celsius. Authorities warn against the risk of direct sun exposure, dehydration, and forest fires and caution against leaving children in closed cars and storing flammable materials like perfumes and disinfectants in vehicles.In Egypt, the Egyptian Meteorological Authority has announced a slight decrease in temperatures during Eid al-Adha, with Cairo expecting highs of 39°C during the day and 26°C at night. Other cities such as Alexandria, Matruh, Sohag, Qena, and Aswan are also expected to experience similar temperature ranges. The authority advises citizens to take necessary precautions and has issued warnings for the northern parts of the country, including Cairo, where temperatures have decreased by 3-4 degrees Celsius.The Saudi Meteorological Authority indicates that the hot air mass will slightly retreat from the kingdom, with temperatures decreasing slightly but remaining higher than average for this time of year by about 5-6 degrees Celsius. The weather will be hot in most areas, very hot in the desert, Badia, Aqaba, and the Red Sea, with moderate northwesterly winds blowing at times in the evening.This intense heat wave aligns with scientific predictions regarding the increasing frequency and intensity of such events due to global warming, underscoring the pressing need for proactive climate measures to mitigate the impact on vulnerable populations and the environment.
Key points
- Severe heat wave expected to bring high temperatures across various regions, with the National Meteorological Department issuing health and safety warnings.
- Egyptian Meteorological Authority announces slight temperature decrease during Eid al-Adha, with hot weather still prevailing.
- Saudi Meteorological Authority reports a slight retreat of the hot air mass, with temperatures remaining above average.
