Heatwave expected over most states of South Sudan
Alert Severity:
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Heatwave expected over most states of South Sudan
Ongoing: Heat wave
Yellow severity
Language:
en
Category:
Met
Urgency:
Expected
Severity:
Moderate
Certainty:
Likely
Time period
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Issued Thu 12 Feb 2026 09:52
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Effective: Thu 12 Feb 2026 09:52
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Onset: Fri 13 Feb 2026 10:00
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Expires: Sat 14 Feb 2026 17:00
Area
South Sudan
Event Description
During the weekend of February 13-14, 2026, the forecast indicates most states of South Sudan will experience a severe heat wave with temperatures exceeding 34 degrees Celsius, particularly in the central and northern parts of South Sudan. The southern and southwestern parts of South Sudan experienced greater fluctuations, with fewer than two days where temperatures exceeded 34 degrees Celsius. This indicates a short but widespread heatwave affecting the country.
Instructions
Drink water frequently (even if you’re not thirsty), stay in the shade or indoors during the hottest hours (10am–4pm), reduce strenuous outdoor activity, and wear light, loose clothing. Check on children, older persons, pregnant women, and anyone who is ill, and never leave children or animals in closed rooms or vehicles. Seek urgent medical help if someone faints, becomes confused, vomits, has a severe headache, or has very hot skin.