Heat protection
City map for hot days
Hot days and heatwaves are also becoming more frequent in Hof. High temperatures can not only make you feel unwell, but can also be directly harmful to your health. In addition, temperatures in densely built-up city centres are generally higher than in the surrounding countryside. For this reason, city centre locations that can provide cooling are becoming increasingly important, and the availability of drinking water also plays a major role in high temperatures.
The city map for hot days shows you where you can find shady spots and places with (drinking) water in the city centre of Hof: for example churches, green spaces, playgrounds, drinking fountains and bodies of water.
The category of public toilets also includes the members of the WC network are also listed.
How to get through the heat in good health
Stay up to date
Pay attention to heat warnings on the radio, television, internet and in the newspaper. Here you can find the heat warning maps of the German Weather Service (DWD):
Health symptoms associated with heat
- Headache
- Unusual restlessness
- Nausea
- Abdominal/muscle cramps
- Dizziness
- Dry skin and mucous membranes
- Increased body temperature
- Loss of consciousness to the point of unconsciousness
Who is particularly affected?
- Elderly people
- People in need of care
- Babies and small children
- Pregnant women
- People with acute illnesses (e.g. fever, gastrointestinal illness)
- People with pre-existing conditions (e.g. cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, nervous system, diabetes and dementia)
- People who take certain medications that dehydrate the body or disrupt temperature regulation (e.g. sleeping pills, antihypertensives)
- People who perform heavy physical labour and/or work outdoors
Tips for behaviour on hot days
- Drink enough. Avoid caffeinated drinks and alcohol
- Eat smaller, light meals
- Talk to your GP about heat stress if you regularly take medication
- Wear light, light-coloured and long clothing with a hat and sun cream to protect yourself from UV radiation
- Avoid heat and direct sunlight, especially at midday. Cool down with water if you have the opportunity
- Keep your house or flat cool. Only ventilate in the morning and evening, protect windows from direct sunlight and do not use appliances that radiate heat (oven, hob, etc.) during the day
- Pay attention to your fellow human beings and help if necessary
- In an emergency, e.g. in the event of heatstroke, call the emergency services (Tel.: 112)
