In response to the yellow and orange heat warnings issued by the Public Institution for Meteorology and Environmental Monitoring for August 5–6, 2026, and to help prevent and reduce the risks associated with extreme temperatures, the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) has established public heat relief stations in several regions of the country starting today, August 5, 2026.

Five heat relief tents have been installed across the districts of Chișinău, while an additional 37 relief stations have been set up in districts across southern, central, and northern Moldova in areas with high pedestrian traffic.

In Chișinău, the heat relief tents are located at:

• Botanica: Dacia Street, corner of Teilor Street;
• Buiucani: 198 Alba Iulia Street (Delfin Market);
• Centru: 13/1 Docuceaev Street, corner of Hîncești Highway;
• Ciocana: Petru Zadnipru Street, corner of Mircea cel Bătrân Boulevard;
• Rîșcani: Ceucari Street, corner of Socoleni Street.

The relief stations will remain operational for as long as the orange or red heat alerts are in effect.

These stations are intended for people who have been exposed to high temperatures for extended periods. They provide shelter from direct sunlight, access to drinking water, and, if necessary, assistance from emergency services in the event of heat-related health problems.

In this context, IGSU encourages citizens to use the relief stations if they feel affected by the heat while traveling or experience symptoms such as dehydration, dizziness, weakness, or other signs of heat exhaustion.

Rescuers also recommend that the public:

• avoid outdoor activities between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.;
• drink plenty of fluids;
• wear light-colored, lightweight clothing;
• avoid strenuous physical activity during the hottest hours of the day;
• pay special attention to children, older adults, and people with chronic health conditions.

Citizens are also urged never to leave children or pets inside parked vehicles, even for a short period.

In case of emergencies or dangerous situations, the public is advised to call the 112 Emergency Service.