The agency highlighted that children, pregnant women, and the elderly are the groups most vulnerable to the effects of high temperatures
SANTO DOMINGO. TheDominican Institute of Meteorology (Indomet) warned that during the next few days high temperatures will be close to reaching severe to extreme heat levels, mainly in the northwest region, where they could exceed 37 °C for at least three consecutive days, due to the atmospheric conditions that prevail over the national territory and the increase in concentrations of Saharan dust.
In that regard, the institution indicated that, in sectors of the center and east, temperatures could exceed 35 °C during the same period, which represents a moderate to severe heat risk.
In addition, the Meteorological Service predicts an increase in Saharan dust, especially during the weekend, with concentrations exceeding 100 micrograms per cubic meter.
Indomet Recommendations
Given this situation, the Dominican Institute of Meteorology made a series of recommendations to the population to lessen the impact and effects of the sweltering heat that will be felt in much of the country.
Among the suggestions are drinking water frequently, wearing light, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing, and avoiding direct sun exposure without proper protection between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. It was also advised to stay in cool, well-ventilated places.
The agency highlighted that children, pregnant women, and the elderly are the groups most vulnerable to the effects of high temperatures.
Rain in the afternoon
In another scenario, the meteorological entity stated that, during the afternoon hours, cloudy skies with local downpours, isolated thunderstorms and occasional gusts of wind in provinces such as Hato Mayor, Monte Plata, Sánchez Ramírez, Duarte, La Vega, Espaillat, Santiago and Santiago Rodríguez, among other nearby locations.
Forecast by region
National District: scattered clouds and hot weather.
Santo Domingo Norte: scattered clouds and hot weather.
Santo Domingo West: scattered clouds and a hot feeling.
Santo Domingo East: scattered clouds and a hot feeling.
Minimum temperatures will be between 24°C and 26°C, while maximum temperatures will range between 34°C and 36°C.
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