Key Points

• According to Météo-France, the current heat wave is expected to be relatively short-lived but particularly intense, especially in the western part of the region. Along the Mediterranean coast, this heatwave is currently considered non-exceptional. These weather conditions warrant particular vigilance, especially for vulnerable individuals (the elderly and young children) or those directly exposed to the heat (outdoor workers, people engaging in outdoor activities during the hottest hours of the day).

• A regional analysis of emergency care utilization indicates that the iCanicule composite health indicator (covering hyperthermia, dehydration, and hyponatremia) has remained stable over the past few days.

• This trend falls within the expected fluctuations for the current weather conditions and is observable at the regional level and within the departments.