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01.07.2024 in the middle of the day in the east part of Latvia thunderstorms with squalls 20-24 m/s and very intensive rainshowers are expected. Large hail is also possible. Thunderstorms will dissipate in the evening. BE PREPARED for a very heavy thunderstorm!If possible, immediately seek shelter indoors and follow the instructions given by the responsible authorities.Outdoor activities will be significantly disrupted. For safety reasons, planned outdoor activities should be cancelled or postponed.Be careful in places that are especially exposed to the impact of thunderstorms: if you are in the forest, seek shelter in a lower place, in places with lower bushes, while if you are in an open area, take shelter in a low place, for example, in a valley. Avoid being on hills, in open fields, near power lines. While on the water, try to get to the shore and seek shelter immediately.Take care of pets, they are also at-risk of thunderstorm impact.Disturbances in power supply, communications, and traffic are expected in large areas. Read more about electrical safety and actions in case of power outages during a storm https://www.vugd.gov.lv/lv/stiprs-vejs-negaiss ! If the building is not equipped with lightning rod and overvoltage protection systems, it is dangerous to operate electrical appliances during a thunderstorm - they must be disconnected from the power grid!Strong wind squalls will break tree branches and even trees. Loose objects or debris will be carried through air. Do not park the vehicle under trees.As much as possible, avoid using objects such as an electric scooter, a fishing rod, also an umbrella, and avoid being near metal objects.Rainshowers will cause a rapid rise in water levels and possible flooding of low-lying areas.Difficult driving conditions on the road due to reduced visibility and aquaplaning. Consider that you need to plan a longer time for trips.Thunderstorms can also be accompanied by large hail, damaging crops, and plantations.Read more about necessary actions during a thunderstorm https://www.vugd.gov.lv/lv/stiprs-vejs-negaiss !

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30.06.2024 starting from the middle of the day, intensive heat is expected - air temperature will increase to +27...+30º. On 01.07 a cooler air mass will start to inflow into Latvia and intensive heat with air temperature of +27...+32º during the day will remain only in the eastern part of the country. BE AWARE of intensive heat! Heat causes additional stress on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Elderly people, infants, as well as representatives of other age groups suffering from chronic diseases are exposed to the risk of health problems! During intense heat, more than usual, people choose to relax by the water, which increases the potential risk of accidents. An overheated person should not walk quickly into cold water! A sudden change in temperature can cause heart rhythm disturbances and sudden death. Do not be presumptuous and evaluate your swimming skills! Read more about what to do in case of heat https://www.nmpd.gov.lv/lv/bistams-karstums

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