A heat-health alert has been issued for parts of Scotland, with officials warning those affected to stay hydrated, remain sheltered and to check in with the elderly and other vulnerable groups. According to the Met Office, southern Scotland has been placed under a level three heat-health warning, also known as an amber warning of extreme heat.
Forecasters predict this part of the country will see hot spells develop from Sunday, likely peaking early next week, "leading to widespread impacts on people and infrastructure". There are five heat-warning levels, with level three aimed at those specifically in the health and social care sector.
The Met Office forecasts day-time and night-time maximum temperatures, which are monitored regionally. When certain heat thresholds are passed, a warning is issued and sent to relevant health professionals and people working in social care. This enables health and social care professionals to take action to minimise the impact of the heat on people's health.
