Key Points

• Between August 2 and August 8, 27.7% of the population was under an orange heat advisory, and 61.8% under a yellow heat advisory. This heat wave is notable for its duration, particularly in the southern departments.

• Emergency room visits due to heat-related issues have risen in tandem with temperatures and have remained at relatively high levels since July 12.

• The observed health impacts demonstrate that heat poses a health risk. It is important to implement the preventive measures recommended by the national heat wave management plan.