The State Service for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring has issued a yellow weather alert due to the heat, which will remain in effect on Thursday, July 2. On that day, the maximum air temperature will range from +33°C to +34°C.
“The WHO recently updated its guidelines on health protection plans for extreme heat. The message is clear: warnings from meteorologists alone are NOT ENOUGH. We need a comprehensive system that will turn forecasts into real action. What does this mean for us in Moldova? Summers are becoming increasingly hot and prolonged, and cities (Chisinau, Balti, Cahul, Cantemir) trap heat due to an abundance of asphalt and concrete and a lack of green spaces. “Tropical nights, when temperatures drop only slightly, do not allow the body to recover, and the risks for vulnerable groups of citizens increase,” the “Greens” emphasize in their statement.
They note that those most at risk are elderly people living alone, children, pregnant women, people with chronic illnesses, as well as those working in agriculture and on construction sites.
Advice from the Greens
To prevent tragedies, party representatives recommend that citizens regularly check in with elderly relatives and neighbors—a single phone call or a brief visit can save a life. It is also recommended to avoid physical exertion and outdoor work between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., to drink water constantly—even if you don’t feel thirsty—and to stay in cool places, such as shaded parks or air-conditioned public buildings. Workers in the construction and agricultural sectors are urged to insist on breaks in the shade and an adequate supply of drinking water.
In conclusion, the Green Ecological Party of Moldova emphasizes that local authorities play a crucial role in the current situation. City halls must increase the area of green spaces, set up cool shelters, provide support to people living alone, and ensure much clearer communication with the public.
