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Heat alarm in Bavaria: Experts warn of dangerous UV radiation!
On June 13, 2025, the DWD warns of extreme UV radiation levels and health risks from heat for Fürstenfeldbruck.
Heat alarm in Bavaria: Experts warn of dangerous UV radiation!
The summer heat is now also spreading in Bavaria: temperatures over 30 degrees are expected on June 13, 2025, and... German Weather Service has issued a heat alarm. Particular caution is required because the health risk from UV radiation has reached a critical point: The UV danger index will reach level 9 in many regions, especially in Upper Bavaria and Lower Bavaria - which corresponds to a very high health risk.
The districts of Freising, Munich, Dachau, Fürstenfeldbruck as well as parts of the Allgäu, Miesbach, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Weilheim are particularly affected by the increased risk. It is important to protect yourself from the intense sun because UV radiation is considered a risk factor for skin cancer, especially malignant melanoma, also known as black skin cancer. The increase in cases in Bavaria is alarming: in 2005 there were 29,250 cases, in 2023 there were already 71,150 cases. The number of cases of non-melanoma skin cancer has also tripled.
Protective measures are necessary
The increasing number of cases makes it clear: prevention is essential. Experts We therefore recommend using sunscreen with a high sun protection factor, wearing protective clothing and seeking shade during midday. Even without sunburn, exposure to UV radiation can have negative health effects that may not become apparent until years later.
The World Health Organization and numerous specialist institutions warn of the increase in skin cancer. The increase is not only due to more hours of sunshine, but also to climate change, which is increasing global UV pollution due to less cloud cover. Because of climate changes, “mini ozone holes” have appeared, which lead to unexpectedly high UV exposure.
Long-term consequences
The numbers speak for themselves: every year over 300,000 people in Germany develop skin cancer and over 4,000 die from it. Forecasts show that the incidence could increase by a further 11 percent by 2050, which would pose additional challenges for the healthcare system. The Research has recorded an increase in the incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer in Germany, which has increased four to five times over the last 30 years.
Prof. Manigé Fartasch warns that the increase in skin cancer is also linked to the rising average age and changing lifestyles. "Even spending time in the sun that once seemed harmless can have long-term consequences. Therefore, preventative measures are more important than ever," said the expert.
Given these threatening developments, it is crucial that both individuals and employers pay attention to the risks of UV exposure and take appropriate protective measures. The goal is clear: health protection must come first.