Mexico endures heat wave as temperatures exceed 40 °C

Temperatures above 40 °C have been recorded across much of Mexico, prompting health authorities to issue heat‑related alerts and preventive measures. In Ciudad Juárez, daytime highs reached 43 °C, leading the municipal government to launch a hydration campaign aimed at 36 000 residents. The state of Tamaulipas reported 13 heat‑related cases, including six heat strokes and one fatality, while the Yucatán recorded its first heat‑related death, bringing the national death toll to 30. Multiple states—including Veracruz, Hidalgo, Oaxaca, and the Yucatán Peninsula—have warned of intense heat combined with strong winds and occasional heavy rain, advising the public to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged sun exposure, and seek cooling shelters. Health officials emphasised special protection for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with chronic illnesses, and urged the use of lightweight clothing, sunscreen, and regular fluid intake.