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From:Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management (NDFEM) is coordinating with key stakeholders in preparation for a prolonged period of very warm weather. Minister James Browne emphasised: “This prolonged period of very warm weather will place additional pressure on people, services and local water supplies. I am asking the public to look out for those who may need assistance and use water responsibly, follow the advice of th…

The Minister for Older People, Kieran O’Donnell TD, has today advised older people to take practical steps to remain safe during the further spell of hot weather that Ireland is currently experiencing, including avoiding direct sunlight and to keep hydrated. According to the latest Met Éireann national forecast Ireland is expected to experience a prolonged spell of very warm or hot weather over the coming week. Speaking on the weather warning issued by Met Éireann, Minister O’Donnell cautioned…

Washington, July 6 (SANA)The death toll linked to the severe heatwave in theU.S.state of New Jersey has risen to 19, according to official health data released on Monday. The state’s health commissioner said the suspected heat-related deaths involved people found in homes without air conditioning, on streets and inside parked vehicles, Agence France-Presse (AFP) reported. The U.S. National Weather Servicesaid excessive heat warnings remained in effect for about 160 million people as the countr…