Emergency services were called to a Madrid street after Carmen Lomana fainted during an outdoor shoot. The intense sun and high temperatures meant she could not keep her usual commitments, including her weekly spot on Las Mañanas de Kiss FM.
Information from colleagues, Lomana tried to keep working after she started feeling unwell because she did not want to interrupt the shoot. She eventually lost consciousness for about 15 minutes. Paramedics from SAMUR arrived quickly and took her to the Ruber clinic for further care. Vanitatis reported that filming continued under direct sunlight and Lomana did not take a break despite early signs of heat exhaustion.
In the days leading up to the incident, Madrid experienced extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 40°C. Telemadrid reported that officials issued warnings about high-temperature risks.
Doctors diagnosed her with severe heatstroke. Lomana later told Vanitatis that she had suffered a serious episode of sun exposure and thanked the medical teams for their quick response. She said she was feeling much better and wanted to get back to work, although doctors advised her to rest. SAMUR provided first aid at the scene before transferring her to the clinic for observation, as several Spanish media outlets reported.
Presenters Xavi Martínez and María Lama explained Lomana’s absence from Las Mañanas de Kiss FM on air, describing what happened and reassuring listeners about her recovery. Lomana reportedly sent a video message from the hospital, keeping her usual sense of humor. The program said she was already home and resting soon after the incident.
The episode shows the risks of working outdoors during Madrid's summer heat. Heatstroke poses a real danger to anyone exposed to direct sun for long periods. Emergency services like SAMUR often respond to such cases, especially during the hottest months, when temperatures can spike.
Vanitatis reported that, despite doctors advising her to rest, Lomana intended to return to work the very next day. The incident so did not lead to a prolonged public absence from her schedule. Her quick return to work highlights both her dedication and the pressure public figures face to keep up appearances after a health scare. The episode also points to the need to follow medical advice and avoid overexertion in extreme weather. As heatwaves become more common in Spain, her case points to the need for greater awareness and safety measures for those working outdoors.
