ꜰɪʀꜱᴛ ᴛʜɪꜱ yᴇᴀʀ: 🌡️ Severe Weather Alert - Heat Wave Warning Across Croatia
The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) has issued a Severe High Temperature Warning due to an ongoing heat wave affecting multiple regions of the country.
🔔 Alert Details:
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Type: Severe Weather Alert – Severe High Temperature Warning
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Reason: Heat wave – Maximum temperatures exceeding 35 °C
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Issued by: DHMZ (Državni hidrometeorološki zavod)
📍 Affected Areas:
Most inland and coastal regions are experiencing extremely high temperatures, with some localities recording highs above 38 °C. The warning is especially relevant for urban areas such as Zagreb, Split, Osijek, and Zadar.
🧠 Why It Matters
High temperatures pose serious health and safety risks. Vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses are particularly at risk. The public is urged to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
✅ Public Safety Recommendations
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🕶️ Avoid going out during peak heat hours (11:00–17:00).
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🏠 Stay in cool indoor spaces; use fans or air conditioning if available.
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💧 Stay hydrated – drink water frequently, even if you’re not thirsty.
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👒 Wear loose, light-colored clothing, and protect your head with a hat or umbrella.
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🐾 Don’t forget about pets – keep them indoors and ensure they have water.
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🧓 Check on elderly neighbors or relatives.
📲 Where to Get Updates
Stay informed by following:
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DHMZ official website: www.meteo.hr
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European Meteoalarm system: www.meteoalarm.org
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Local media and Civil Protection Directorate updates
🧊 Stay Cool. Stay Safe.
This is not just a summer inconvenience—it’s a public health alert. Take care of yourself and others. Let’s get through this heat wave together. 🌞
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