Mato Grosso Faces Extreme Heat and Low Humidity This Week
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The state of Mato Grosso, in Brazil, is expecting extreme heat this week, with temperatures reaching around 40°C.
At the same time, humidity levels are expected to fall below 20%, making the air very dry.
In the state capital, Cuiabá, the weather forecast shows similar hot and dry conditions.
The local Civil Defence department has issued an alert because of the combination of high heat and low humidity.
According to the alert, this weather can be dangerous for people's health, especially for children and older adults.
Civil Defence has recommended some basic precautions to help people stay safe during the hot days.
People are advised to drink plenty of water throughout the day to avoid dehydration.
It is also recommended to avoid direct sun exposure, particularly during the hottest hours of the afternoon.
Wearing light clothing and staying in shaded or cool places can also help reduce the risk of heat-related problems.
Low humidity can cause dry skin, dry eyes and breathing difficulties for some people, so extra care is suggested.
Officials say the alert will remain in place for the whole week, as the hot and dry conditions are expected to continue.
Residents of Cuiabá and the wider state are asked to follow the guidance and check daily weather updates.
Vocabulary10 words
- humidity levels
- the amount of water in the air, measured as a percentage
- Cuiabá
- the capital city of the state of Mato Grosso
- Civil Defence
- a public service that protects people during emergencies or dangerous weather
- alert
- an official message warning people about danger
- precautions
- actions taken to prevent harm
- dehydration
- a health problem caused by not having enough water in the body
- exposure
- being in contact with something, like sunlight
- shaded
- protected from direct sunlight
- residents
- people who live in a certain place
- guidance
- advice or instructions
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Answer key
1. Around 40°C 2. Because of high heat and low humidity 3. Children and older adults
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The state of Mato Grosso, in Brazil, is expecting extreme _____ this week, with temperatures reaching around 40°C.
At the same time, _____ levels are expected to fall below 20%.
In the state capital, _____, the weather forecast shows similar hot and dry conditions.
The local Civil Defence department has issued an _____ because of the combination of high heat and low humidity.
This weather can be dangerous for people's _____, especially for children and older adults.
Civil Defence has recommended some basic _____ to help people stay safe.
People are advised to drink plenty of water to avoid _____.
It is also recommended to avoid direct sun _____ during the hottest hours of the afternoon.
Low humidity can cause dry skin, dry eyes and breathing _____ for some people.
_____ of Cuiabá and the wider state are asked to follow the guidance.