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The State Civil Protection Coordination (CEPC) is sounding the alarm about the scorching temperatures forecasted for the coming days, particularly in the region’s desert areas.
CEPC head Salvador Cervantes Hernández explained that this spike in heat is due to the “canícula,” the hottest period of the year. He stressed the importance of taking precautions to avoid heat-related health issues. Key advice includes avoiding outdoor activities between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, steering clear of rugged areas, staying well-hydrated, and wearing loose, light-colored clothing.
Hernández underscored the critical safety measure of never leaving children, elderly individuals, people with disabilities, or pets inside a closed vehicle under any circumstances.
He also highlighted that in Mexicali and Tijuana, hydration points have been set up by the Health Secretariat and the System for the Integral Development of the Family (SDIF). Furthermore, air-conditioned temporary shelters are available, and efforts are being made to encourage homeless individuals to use these shelters to mitigate health risks.
Stay informed, stay safe, and take the necessary precautions during this intense heatwave.
