Points:
• The Bulgarian National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has issued heat alerts (Orange Code) for central and western Bulgaria on August 13 (Tuesday) and 14 (Wednesday).
• High temperatures will persist. If you go outside, ensure to take measures against heatstroke and UV rays. Additionally, be aware of the possibility of localized heavy rain and thunderstorms, as well as ongoing forest fires in various regions. Pay attention to weather updates for the area where you are staying.
Details:
• The Bulgarian National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology has issued heat alerts (Orange Code) for central and western Bulgaria on August 13 (Tuesday) and 14 (Wednesday). Details are as follows:
August 13 (Tuesday) Heat Alert (Orange Code):
Vidin, Montana, Vratsa, Pleven, Lovech, Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo, Ruse, Plovdiv, Stara Zagora, Sliven, Kyustendil, Blagoevgrad, Pazardzhik, Smolyan, Kardzhali, Haskovo, Yambol
August 13 (Tuesday) Heat Advisory (Yellow Code):
Sofia Province, Sofia City, Pernik, Silistra, Dobrich, Razgrad, Shumen, Varna, Targovishte, Burgas
August 14 (Wednesday) Heat Alert (Orange Code):
Vidin, Montana, Vratsa, Pleven, Veliko Tarnovo, Ruse, Plovdiv, Stara Zagora, Kyustendil, Blagoevgrad, Kardzhali, Haskovo
August 14 (Wednesday) Heat Advisory (Yellow Code):
Sofia Province, Sofia City, Pernik, Lovech, Gabrovo, Pazardzhik, Smolyan, Silistra, Dobrich, Razgrad, Shumen, Varna, Targovishte, Sliven, Yambol, Burgas
• High temperatures will continue. When going outside, remember to take precautions against heatstroke and UV rays, and avoid outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, especially in areas under the Orange Code heat alert.
• Additionally, there is a possibility of localized heavy rain and thunderstorms, and forest fires are occurring, particularly in Haskovo, Plovdiv, Blagoevgrad, Kyustendil, Sofia Province, and Montana. As fires can spread due to changing wind conditions, avoid areas with ongoing fires and their surroundings.
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