Poland issues third-degree heat‑wave warnings across multiple regions FAST-MOVING

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The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) has issued first‑, second‑ and third‑degree heat‑wave warnings for almost the entire country. Alerts cover 15 voivodeships, with the highest (red) alerts applied to parts of Lubuskie, Dolnośląskie and Wielkopolskie. Forecasts predict daytime temperatures of 33 °C–36 °C on 30 July and 31 July, with tropical night temperatures remaining above 16 °C–19 °C.

Health authorities warn that prolonged exposure can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially for children, the elderly, pregnant women and people with chronic illnesses. Recommended precautions include drinking plenty of water, avoiding direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00, wearing light clothing, staying in shade or cool places, and never leaving pets or people in closed vehicles.

Specific regions mentioned include Mazowieckie (second‑degree warning on 30 July, third‑degree on 31 July), Wielkopolskie (third‑degree for eight counties such as Gostyński and Grodziski), and West Pomerania (third‑degree with temperatures up to 37 °C). Local authorities urge residents to monitor official alerts and to assist vulnerable neighbours.

Entities: Gostyn County · Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) · Lubuskie Voivodeship · Masovian Voivodeship · Mazowieckie Voivodeship · Poland · Wielkopolskie Voivodeship

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[● 2 SOURCES] Health advice includes avoiding direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00, staying hydrated, and protecting children, the elderly and pregnant women. (06cde4d1-3c1e-4450-b8a9-1235f7fd6e82)
[○ 1 SOURCE] IMGW issued a third-degree meteorological warning for Gostyn County from 12:00 UTC on 30 July to 20:00 UTC on 31 July. (d82ea8d0-6f8a-480e-a7f3-ca04aeb87e4f)
[● 2 SOURCES] IMGW placed a second-degree heat warning for Masovian region on 30 July with maximum temperatures of 29 °C‑32 °C and minimum night temperatures of 16 °C‑19 °C. (06cde4d1-3c1e-4450-b8a9-1235f7fd6e82)
[○ 1 SOURCE] IMGW assessed the probability of extreme weather events in Gostyn County at 95 %. (d82ea8d0-6f8a-480e-a7f3-ca04aeb87e4f)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Nighttime temperature in Gostyn County on 30‑31 July is forecast at 19 °C‑22 °C. (d82ea8d0-6f8a-480e-a7f3-ca04aeb87e4f)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Maximum daytime temperature in Gostyn County on 30 July is forecast at 33 °C‑36 °C. (d82ea8d0-6f8a-480e-a7f3-ca04aeb87e4f)
[● 2 SOURCES] A third-degree heat warning is forecast for Masovian region on 31 July with maximum temperatures of 32 °C‑36 °C. (06cde4d1-3c1e-4450-b8a9-1235f7fd6e82)
[● 2 SOURCES] Wind gusts up to 70 km/h are possible during thunderstorms in Masovian region on 31 July. (06cde4d1-3c1e-4450-b8a9-1235f7fd6e82)
[● 2 SOURCES] Heat warnings include first-, second- and third-degree alerts covering almost the whole country. (IMGW)
[● 2 SOURCES] Vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, pregnant women and people with chronic illnesses are at higher risk during the heat wave. (Health authorities)
[● 2 SOURCES] Mazowieckie had a second-degree warning on 30 July and a third-degree warning on 31 July. (IMGW)
[○ 1 SOURCE] Eight counties in Wielkopolskie are under third-degree alerts, with temperatures up to 36 °C. (IMGW)