The recent report showed that hotter temperatures continued to impact parts of South America.
Reports said that the heatwaves in South America are unusual, especially in Chile and Buenas Aires. Experts said that climate change could likely help unleash the hotter temperatures.
According to a CNN report, climatologist Maximiliano Herrera explained the winter heat wave in South America.
Challenging weather conditions in South America
Buenos Aires
According to The Guardian and CNN reports, South America experienced challenging heat conditions. The weather was not expected due to the mid-winter conditions.
The forecast said Chile and Argentina recorded unusually high temperatures, especially from June until early August. The temperatures soared, which was the same as the temps in August.
In Argentina, Buenas Aires, the report said that over 38 degrees Celcius. High temperatures also occurred in Southwest Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, Paraguay and Northern Argentina.
Furthermore, the report also noted that El Nino could help unfold the extreme temperatures worsened by human-induced climate change.
In the Guardian report, climate Raul Cordera explained that the winter in Chile showed disappearing. He noted the frequency of extreme temperatures.
Reuters report said that the temperatures in China managed to break records every year, noting the noticeable impact of climate change.
In Paraguay, The Washington Post reported that the heat dome affected the city's weather conditions, causing a challenging heat outlook.
Dealing with hotter temperatures
The latest weather forecast said that challenging heat continued to impact portions of South America, causing deadly heatwaves.
According to American Red Cross, heat waves could kill people due to heat stress and heat exhaustion. Older adults, children and people with medical conditions are mostly at risk of the scorching weather.
The rising temperatures could likely continue. As a result, people in South America should keep updated with the weather conditions. Here are essential reminders to stay safe from the hotter weather.
Recently, the Nature World News (NWN) and United Nations News reported that the hottest month on record was July. The report noted that the world entered the era of global heating.
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Check the temperatures
- People should check the current temperatures before leaving or planning outdoor activities, especially for older adults and children.
- Homeowners should also check their pets for possible heat exhaustion and heat stress.
- Furthermore, it is best to limit outdoor activities and strenuous tasks like exercising.
Stay hydrated at all times
- Outdoor workers should bring water supplies or bottles to ensure people are hydrated. Drinking essential water would become vital to keep safe from the hot weather.
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Don't leave your pets and children unattended
- People should not leave their pets unattended inside a hot vehicle. Recent reports of deaths inside a hot car become concerning, especially if they are left unsupervised.
Stay at home as possible
- Homeowners should monitor the body temperatures of their families, especially for older adults or with medical conditions.
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