Heat: Belo Horizonte records the hottest day in history this Saturday – Gerais

According to National Institute of Meteorology of Minas Gerais (Inmet), 37.8ºC was recorded this afternoon at the Pampulha station between 2pm and 4pm. According to the organization, the relative humidity of the air was 12%, at 3 in the afternoon, a rate that is far from the minimum recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), which 60%.

The previous heat record in Belo Horizonte had been registered in 2015, when, on October 22 of that year, the thermometers reached 37.7ºC. Days before, on October 16, the temperature was 37.4ºC. The third place on the list was held last Monday (28), when the capital of Minas Gerais reached 37.3ºC.

Last year, the highest temperature was 35.5 ° C, on September 13. This increase in temperature in Minas is the result of a mass of hot and dry air that operates throughout the Central Region of the country.

Mines

Campina GreenAccording to Inmet, it was the state’s municipality that was hottest this Saturday. The city, located in Tringulo Mineiro, reached 41.2ºC. Scenario that should be repeated next week in the region.

“The week promises temperatures of 40ºC upwards in Tringulo,” he said. Claudemir Azevedo, of the V Meteorological District of Inmet.

With only 9%, Itaobim, in the Jequitinhonha Valley, was the city that recorded the lowest relative humidity on Saturday.

And Sunday?

The arrival of a cold front this Sunday (4) may bring a little relief, but the indices remain critical. The maximum will be 33ºC and the air humidity must be between 20% and 30%. However, early next week, temperatures are expected to rise again. No chance of rain for Grande BH in the next few days.

“There will be a drop in temperature, especially in the Zona da Mata in Minas Gerais, in the South of Minas, in Campo das Vertentes and even in the Metropolitan Region. There is a slight drop that should happen between tomorrow (Sunday) and Monday. the state of Minas Gerais, “said Azevedo.

• Hydrate during the day;
• Prefer light and fresh foods, such as salads, fruits, grilled meats;
• Avoid fried foods;
• Sleep in an airy place moistened with humidifiers or place a container of water;
• Avoid outdoor physical activities and sun exposure between 10 am and 5 pm;
• Avoid bathing with hot water, so as not to enhance the dryness of the skin, and if necessary use a moisturizer;
• In case of respiratory problems, consult a specialist;
• In case of forest or forest fire, immediately notify the Fire Department (193), Civil Defense (199) or the Military Police (190).