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Feeling Hot? DDM issues VI heat advisory for 11am-3pm

-advisory effective today, Monday May 8, 2023 for next few days
May 8th, 2023 | Tags: DDM Heath Advisory Virgin Islands weather
Persons in the Virgin Islands who will be outside, today May 8, 2023, for extended periods are asked to be cautious amidst above-normal temperatures today. Photo: Internet Source
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a statement today said its weather system is showing a heat index above 84.2°f. In addition, the Weather Stem temperatures is highlighting that temperatures will be between 82°f and 85°f between 11am to 3pm. Photo: VINO/File
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a statement today said its weather system is showing a heat index above 84.2°f. In addition, the Weather Stem temperatures is highlighting that temperatures will be between 82°f and 85°f between 11am to 3pm. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Persons in the Virgin Islands who will be outside, today May 8, 2023, for extended periods are asked to be cautious amidst above-normal temperatures today.

The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in a statement today said its Weather Stem is showing a heat index above 84.2°f. In addition, the Weather Stem temperatures is highlighting that temperatures will be between 82°f and 85°f between 11am to 3pm.

“These are less than ideal conditions use discretion for sporting activities/intense or prolonged work and closely monitor players/workers at risk. Provide at least three separate breaks each hour with a minimum duration of 4 minutes each.”

As such, the department has also issued some tips to help persons cope through the season.

1. Drink more water to stay hydrated - at least 8-10 cups of water.

2. Keep a bottle of water with you as a reminder to drink water.

3. Wear light-colored clothing preferably cotton. Cover your skin as much as possible.

4. Wear broad-brimmed hat to cover head and face.

5. Avoid alcoholic and caffeinated beverages, especially during this time.

6. Reduce the consumption of protein-rich foods (eg. red meats) as they increase metabolic heat.

7. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables that are better options.

8. Monitor our blood pressure to  ensure they are in the normal range.

Persons are also being encouraged to Stay indoors whether it’s in the house or office between 12 pm and 3 pm each day as much as possible and to take cold water baths before going to bed at night or even throughout the day.

10 Responses to “Feeling Hot? DDM issues VI heat advisory for 11am-3pm”

  • pat (08/05/2023, 12:08) Like (15) Dislike (0) Reply
    Its really hot today indeed
    • NezRez (08/05/2023, 19:27) Like (18) Dislike (0) Reply
      I thought it was just me. It's been hot for a couple of days now. I'm asthmatic and my breathing has been affected too. My advice is for everyone to open their car and roll down the windows before entering for a couple of minutes to allow intense heat to escape, keep a thermos with cold water to drink periodically during the day, and keep a towel to absorb profuse sweating. I hope everyone stays safe and comfortable during these times.
  • US (08/05/2023, 13:21) Like (25) Dislike (0) Reply
    Heard the Caribbean is going to be extremely hot this Year. Global warming is in effect. St.Kitts had hail not to long ago, who ever heard of hail falling on a Tropical Island.
  • @ US M (08/05/2023, 14:04) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    Did you say ( WHO EVER ) ? Well the that's easy ~ WE ????
    • @US M (09/05/2023, 06:40) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Are you trying to be smart? You need to be tossed in a snow drift somewhere in in the North Pole next time they have a snow storm.
  • Hmm (08/05/2023, 14:56) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    those construction worker who are in the sun have to endure it. yet you will hear a different story because most of them are expats
  • Very hot (08/05/2023, 23:03) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    I scrape up every penny I had and went out and bought a AC and had it installed. I have two ceiling fans but if the temperature outside is hot the fans blows out hot air. I can’t sleep in the heat.
  • Sea (09/05/2023, 06:37) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    is still cooler than the air so just cool off in the sea all day.
    • Very hot (09/05/2023, 11:51) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      @Sea, some of us have 9-5’s and other responsibilities, so therefore we cannot cool off in the sea all day.
  • Listen (09/05/2023, 11:42) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    This weather is crazy. its very hot i the day and later on in the night it gets cool then by 3 or 4 it gets cold then by morning its back to heat.

    lord i pray to cover us all.


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