(Oranjestad)—In June 2026 the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced the presence of El Niño in the Pacific region. Since then, the climactic phenomenon has become stronger and is now expected to reach “Super El Niño” status. For Aruba, this means hotter and drier days with less tropical activity than usual.
For this reason, it’s important to take care of yourself and your loved ones, especially the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. The national directorate for public health (Directie Volksgezondheid, DVG) cautioned back in June that these groups are especially at risk of suffering from dehydration, fatigue, as well as other health complications including heat stroke.
The DVG advises everyone to drink more water—even when you’re not thirsty. Extreme heat causes our body to sweat more than usual, so make sure you keep your body hydrated. It’s also recommended to stay in the shade as much as possible, wear light clothes, use sun block and reapply consistently during the day.
For more information on how to take care against extremely hot weather, contact the DVG at (+297 522-4200) or email them at servicio@dvg.aw.
