In a release dated July 31, 2026, the Andalusia Emergency Agency (EMA), part of the Regional Ministry of Health, the Presidency and Emergencies, urged people to take extra care during heat alerts expected to remain in effect over the coming days. The State Meteorological Agency forecast orange alerts from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday in all Andalusian provinces except Almería. Temperatures could reach 42°C in some areas of the Guadalquivir Valley, Morena and Condado districts of Jaén. Almería’s Almanzora Valley was to remain under a yellow alert for thunderstorms.
On Sunday, yellow-level alerts, indicating lower risk, were forecast for parts of Seville, Córdoba and Jaén. Málaga was to have an orange alert for high temperatures in the Sol and Guadalhorce district, associated with terral winds.
The EMA advised people to drink water regularly, no more than two hours apart, even if they do not feel thirsty. It said to pay particular attention to older people, people with chronic illnesses and young children, ensuring they drink plenty of water and avoid going outdoors during the hottest hours. The agency recommended light, cool meals and avoiding large, hot meals and alcohol.
To keep homes cool, the EMA advised closing windows, curtains and blinds exposed to the sun during the hottest hours and using fans or air conditioning. If those are unavailable, it recommended staying in the coolest rooms and taking baths or cooling the skin with damp towels.
The agency also advised avoiding going outdoors during the middle of the day. When going out is necessary, it recommended sunscreen, a hat or cap, approved sunglasses, light-coloured clothing made from light fabrics, and carrying water—including when travelling by car. Exercise and physical exertion should be left until early morning or evening. The EMA warned never to leave anyone, including pets, inside a stationary vehicle, even briefly.
For emergencies, the public can call 1-1-2, a free, multilingual service available 24 hours a day, every day of the year.