Climate shelters proposed in Chiapas as Spain issues heat‑wave safety guidelines

In the Mexican state of Chiapas, legislators introduced a proposal to create free "climate shelters" where people working or waiting outdoors can find shade, water, ventilation and basic sanitation during extreme heat. The plan seeks to amend the state climate‑adaptation law so that these shelters are built in the most affected rural communities, where many homes lack air‑conditioning and access to hospitals is limited.

The municipality of l’Alfàs del Pi in Spain’s Valencian Community issued public health advice ahead of an intense heat wave forecast by the national meteorological agency. Officials urged residents, especially children, the elderly and outdoor workers, to drink water frequently, avoid alcohol and caffeine, stay in cool or ventilated spaces, wear light clothing, limit physical activity between noon and 5 p.m., and keep vehicles unoccupied. The heat warning is expected to last at least until Thursday.