Cantons Geneva and Vaud have issued a heat alert this weekend. The decision has been taken by the cantonal doctors.
Geneva says the alert will trigger a series of services for the elderly and others at risk, such as the homeless.
There’s free access to museums and swimming pools.
The canton will also arrange extra home visits for the vulnerable.
Advice for everyone is to stay out of the heat, drink at least 1 and a half litres of water a day – and cool off under a shower or go for a swim.
Several injured in random knife attack
A man attacked several people with a knife yesterday afternoon in Zofingen in canton Aargau.
Push for Geneva to host song contest
Pressure is building to get canton Geneva to officially back the hosting of next year’s Eurovision Song Contest.
Govt says 'no' to song cash
As the potential cities vie for the right to host next years Eurovision Song Contest, the federal government have made it very clear – there will be no government money.
Unusual snowfalls on high passes
Despite being mid-May, the higher ground is getting a massive amount of snow.
Possible charge for Lauterbrunnen
The picturesque village of Lauterbrunnen in the Bernese Oberland is considering following the lead of Venice - and bringing in a daily charge for visitors.
Accident caused major disruption - man seriousy injured
Geneva rush hour traffic was severely disrupted yesterday afternoon after a 19-year-old scooter rider was hit by a tram in Rive.
