To be prepared for heat waves like the one coming up, the Ludwigsburg district has had a district-wide heat action plan in place since 2024. It contains specific recommendations for action and informational materials for schools, daycare centers, doctors’ offices, nursing facilities, and other institutions.
In addition, an alert system has been established, which was activated again this time. It notifies those in charge early on and reminds them of important protective measures, especially for people who are particularly at risk.
How to Stay Healthy During a Heat Wave
Heat can have a severe impact on our health and well-being. Therefore, every citizen should be as well-prepared as possible.
The following tips will help you stay healthy during the heat:
- Avoid the midday sun (11 a.m.–4 p.m.)
- Apply sunscreen before going outside
- Use the morning and evening hours for activities such as shopping and exercise
- Drink plenty of fluids (water, unsweetened tea)
- Eat light meals whenever possible
- Turn off unnecessary devices (avoid standby mode, which generates additional heat)
- Wet wipes, spray bottles, and cool showers or foot baths can help you cool down
- Keep windows closed and darken the room during the day
- Ventilate only at night or early in the morning
- Store medications in a dry place and avoid direct sunlight
- Seek out cool places to stay: The Cool-Map shows where these can be found in the district
Those interested can find information on heat protection in the Ludwigsburg district and the Cool-Map on the following website: https://www.landkreis-ludwigsburg.de/de/gesundheit-veterinaerwesen/gesundheit/hitzeschutz/
