The heat wave will be felt more strongly in the coming days in the coastal region of Ecuador, This is what Inamhi anticipated.
The National Institute and Hydrology (Inamhi) issued the morning of this Wednesday, March 27 a new weather warning.
In the coming hours and days, a increase in temperature during the day, with greater intensity in the Coast region, detailed the Inamhi.
The alert is in effect from 10:00 a.m. today, Wednesday, March 27, and will extend until 4:00 p.m. on March 30.
According to the forecast, the provinces of the Coast region The most affected will be Guayas, Los Ríos, Manabí, Santa Elena and El Oro.
In the case of the Sierra region, they will be presented high temperatures and high and extremely high UV radiationwith greater emphasis in the south of the region.
For the Amazon, however, there will be higher temperatures in the provinces of Morona Santiago and Zamora Chinchipe.
In recent days, Guayaquil has broken temperature records, along with ultraviolet radiation very high, and an extreme thermal sensation.
Strongest heat wave according to Inamhi
On Monday, March 25, for example, the maximum temperature It was 34 degrees Celsius, but because of the wind chill, the wind chill was 41 degrees.
The heat wave that Ecuador is experiencing these days occurs due to factors such as the entry of dry and warm air masses, a decrease in humidity and greater incidence of solar radiation.
Those exposed to high temperatures should protect their skin and eyes.
The main recommendation is do not expose yourself to the sun for long periods of time and if you must, use sunscreen, clothing that covers the body, sunshades, glasses, caps or hats.
It is also important to stay hydrated and be aware of possible heat illnesses.
In addition, Inamhi warns that some crops could be affected, reducing their yield.