In the forecast updates, the KMI uses the Beaufort scale to define wind intensity based on average wind speed. The stronger the wind, the more steps we’ll need to take to stay safe.

• 0 = calm winds. (Under 1 km/h) No action needed
• 1 and 2 = light breeze. (1 to 11 km/h) No action needed
• 3 and 4 = fairly strong wind. (12 to 28 km/h) No action needed
• 5 = Pretty strong wind. (29 to 38 km/h) No action needed
• 6 = strong wind. (39 to 49 km/h) No measures are being put in place, but better to be cautious
• 7 = heavy wind. (50 to 61 km/h) Better to be cautious. Definitely bring a windbreaker
• 8 = gale - force wind. (62 to 74 km/h) Better to be cautious. Definitely bring a windbreaker
• 9 = storm. (75 to 88 km/h) A lot of wind is in the forecast, with gusts up to 88 km/h. Stay safe and keep your distance from trees as much as possible
• 10 = severe storm. (89 to 102 km/h) A lot of wind is in the forecast, with gusts up to 100 km/h. Stay safe and keep your distance from trees as much as possible. Based on the forecasted wind speed, soil moisture, and whether the trees have leaves or not, we may need to take some precautions
• 11 = major storm. (103 to 117 km/h) Measures are being put in place. Keep an eye on the guidelines on this page
• 12 = hurricane. (over 117 km/h) Measures are being put in place. Keep an eye on the guidelines on this page

When it’s over 26 degrees, we take extra precautions:

• We’ll have free water available at the first aid station during the hottest parts of the day for anyone who needs it. Plus, you can get a half-liter for the price of one at the bar
• There’s free sunscreen at the first aid station, even when it’s below 26 degrees.

Please make sure to extinguish your cigarette butts in the free ashtrays you get at the entrance, and never toss them on the ground.

There are plenty of areas on the grounds where you can chill in the shade of the trees.