Nina Droff, edited by Romain Rouillard 3:02 p.m., July 10, 2022
Next week, the weather forecast is for a new heat wave that should affect the whole country.
The 35 degree mark should be largely exceeded with a heat peak next weekend.
To cope with this new surge in mercury, there are simple actions to adopt.
France will again experience a strong heat wave next week.
The whole territory is concerned and the mercury should largely exceed 35 degrees throughout the country.
The peak is expected for next weekend.
To best cope with such temperatures, certain simple actions can be taken to cool your home or even adapt your diet.
To cope with the soaring mercury, Philippe and Martine, two retirees, always follow the same routine that they share at the microphone of Europe 1. "I go out early in the morning, I go for a walk in the park. Arrived at 11 a.m. , in general, I leave the park and I am no longer in the sun at all, I take shelter", describes Philippe.
"It's a little hard, I draw the curtains very quickly, I put parasols on the balcony to protect the windows," says Martine.
Young children are also vulnerable
For her part, Mireille can't stand the heat at all, especially in town.
For her, fleeing urban spaces remains the best solution.
"It's going to be the July 14th weekend, so we're going to get cool in the countryside. We air out well in the morning and then we close the shutters. And that way, the apartment stays pretty much cool. We eat more fruit, salads. If it doesn't last too long, we manage to hold on like that".
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The heat wave is also a source of concern for parents of young children.
Aurélie has two sons aged three and five.
"It's always a source of concern because they are not necessarily able to speak and express their thirst clearly. We often offer them water and then have them play in the bath as regularly as possible. “, details this mother.
Hydrate several times a day
Staying hydrated several times a day remains the most important recommendation, as confirmed by Jean-Paul Hamon, honorary president of the French Federation of Physicians.
"Drinking a liter and a half, two liters a day is good. You must not forget to eat. If you eat melon, watermelon, it's perfect. We advise against taking cold showers, but by cons, cool off, take a shower with lukewarm water during the day, when you have the possibility, get your head wet, get your forearms wet When you have an elderly person or a fragile person, you have to take your news and you have to avoid making efforts. You have to refresh yourself and then wait for it to happen," he advises.