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ROTTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS (AUG. 12, 205) (ANADOLU - ACCESS ALL)

1. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE COOLING OFF IN RIVER, SITTING ON RIVER'S EDGE

2. PEOPLE SITTING IN PARK

3. CHILDREN PLAYING IN FOUNTAIN

4. PEOPLE WALKING, RIDING BICYCLE IN STREETS (TWO SHOTS) ROTTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS - AUG. 12, 205: The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) announced Tuesday, Aug. 12, that record high temperatures are expected across the country starting today, prompting the activation of the “Heatwave Plan.”

In a statement, the RIVM urged caution, particularly for elderly residents and those with chronic illnesses, and called for preventive measures against extreme heat.

As part of the plan, residents are advised to stay indoors, drink plenty of water, and remain in shaded areas whenever possible. Hospitals and healthcare facilities will be placed on alert, and emergency services will be reinforced.

The institute emphasized that people over the age of 75, as well as those with chronic conditions such as heart disease and respiratory illnesses, should take extra precautions.

Following the activation of the Heatwave Plan, many residents flocked to parks, open spaces, and swimming pools to cool off.