Germany gets hotter and hotter. The German Weather Service expects high temperatures on Friday. The heat reaches 40 degrees. This is a new record for June. The west is very hot. France also has new heat records.
Strong sun creates high ozone levels. Ozone is a gas in the air. Too much ozone causes headaches and coughs. Children and sick people must be careful. Do sports outside only in the morning. Do not do sports in the evening.
Dry weather increases the risk of forest fires. Many parts of Germany have high warnings. Berlin and Brandenburg have many fires. Erfurt bans grave lights in cemeteries. Water becomes rare. Munich asks people to save water.
Heat is dangerous for the body. Older people and children suffer from heat. Two children died in a hot car in France. Experts say: Drink much water. Look after your neighbors. Schools discuss better rules for heat protection.
