Extreme Temperatures in Central Germany: Thermometer Reading above 36 Degrees Celsius
Central Germany is currently experiencing a heatwave like no other, with temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels. According to the German Weather Service (DWD), the hottest day of the year so far was recorded on July 3rd, reaching an astonishing 39.2 degrees Celsius in the Altmark.
The heatwave has affected several schools in the region. In Leipzig-Goebschelwitz, the mercury rose to 34.4 degrees, while schools in Hohenlepte and Alperstedt recorded temperatures of 35.5 degrees and 35.2 degrees respectively. Klitzschen near Torgau in Saxony saw the highest daily temperature of 38.5 degrees. However, the town of Artern in Thuringia took the crown with a scorching 37.9 degrees.
To help combat the heatwave's effects, the DWD has issued regional warnings on a short-term basis, aiming for precision. The service also provides continuous information on the warning situation in Germany and offers interactive maps where users can select a point to view corresponding warnings.
During such extreme weather conditions, particularly around harvest time, it's crucial to mitigate heat stress on crops and workers. Recommended precautions include adjusting harvest timing, providing shade and cooling for crops, ensuring adequate irrigation, protecting outdoor workers, and monitoring fire risk.
Farmers are encouraged to consider earlier or adjusted harvest schedules to avoid crop losses caused by extreme heat and water stress. Using shade cloths or protective covers in fields and greenhouses can help reduce crop exposure to direct sun and excessive heat. Maintaining soil moisture through irrigation is essential, though drought conditions may complicate this and require efficient water management.
Workers should have access to shade, rest breaks, hydration, and heat stress awareness to prevent heat-related illnesses during hot periods. While more emphasized in southern Europe, high temperatures increase fire risks in rural and forested areas, necessitating restrictions on machinery use, burns, and public access to vulnerable zones.
These measures aim to reduce yield losses, maintain crop quality, and safeguard laborers’ health during heatwaves common in late summer harvest times in Germany and surrounding European regions. For more information, tune into the ARD-Mediathek, where the news is available in Easy-to-Read Language.
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