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BfS recommends protection from sunburn
UVI-values to remain very high for the next few days
Due to the current weather conditions, UV-radiation is expected to be very strong up to the weekend in Germany.
The UV index (UVI) is a measure of the power of solar radiation. It can reach a value of 8, or even 9 in the South, today and over the next few days.
With values like this, you can get sunburnt even at a very short time spent in the sun. Since sunburns increase the risk to develop skin cancer, sun protection is strongly advised as set out below:
- Seek shade –especially during the midday hours from 11 am to 3 pm. With a UVI of 8 or more you should stay in the shade as much as possible and stay indoors between 11 am and 3 pm.
- Wear protective clothing, as well as a hat to protect the ears and neck, too.
- Wear sunglasses appropriate to completely block out up to 400 nm of UV radiation, ideally wrap-around design sunglasses or sunglasses with side panels.
- Generously apply sunscreen with sufficient sun protection factor to all exposed skin.
- Take particular care to protect children – adherence to the recommendations for sun protection is vital for children. Babies should never be left in direct sunlight.
State of 2015.06.30