24/06/2026
โ๏ธ Heatwave Advice And How To Stay Safe In Hot Weather โ๏ธ
Hot weather can affect anyone, but some people are at higher risk of becoming unwell, including older adults, babies and young children, pregnant people, those with heart or breathing problems, people who work or exercise outdoors, those experiencing homelessness, people living alone, and those in hot or poorly ventilated homes (such as top-floor flats).
In hot weather, people may develop dehydration, heat exhaustion, or heatstroke. Heatstroke is a medical emergency.
To stay safe:
๐ง Drink plenty of water regularly (donโt wait until you feel thirsty)
๐ค๏ธ Avoid the sun between 11amโ3pm
๐งด Wear light, loose clothing, a hat, sunglasses, and use sunscreen
๐ Keep your home cool by closing blinds/curtains during the day and opening windows when cooler at night
๐ Never leave children, vulnerable adults, or pets in parked cars
๐โโ๏ธ Plan exercise or activity for cooler parts of the day
๐ฑ Check weather alerts and follow local heat health guidance
Look out for signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, headache, nausea, heavy sweating, and weakness.
If symptoms worsen or confusion/high temperature occurs, seek urgent medical help.
Please check on friends, family, and neighbours who may be vulnerable.