Hot weather in Cape Town prompts health warnings
A weather service advisory remains in place until Wednesday evening.
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CAPE TOWN - The hot weather has prompted Cape Town's Disaster Risk Management to issue health warnings.
The mercury could peak at 37 degrees celsius in Cape Town on Wednesday.
A weather service advisory remains in place until Wednesday evening.
Stay hydrated and limit outdoor activity.
That's the first bit of advice the City of Cape Town has for residents.
Disaster Risk Management's Charlotte Powell said that the extremely hot weather could lead to health complications.
"Drink plenty of water, seek relief in covered public spaces, take action at the first sign of a heat-related illness like muscle cramps, heavy sweating, nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Seek emergency medical assistance immediately."
Fire and rescue teams also remain on high alert.
On Tuesday, additional firefighters were called up for duty and spare fire engines in the fleet were being prepared to further enhance emergency response.
Within the space of about a hour, there were 11 incidents, including four vegetation fires and a residential fire.