Heat-health warnings have been issued across England for the weekend. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office have raised a yellow heat-health alert for six regions in England.
They include London, the South East, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, and Yorkshire and the Humber.
The alert will be in effect from midday on Friday until 9am on Sunday. The Met Office has predicted temperatures of 27C to 28C on Friday, with a rise to 30C in some parts of the country on Saturday.
Forecasters expect the high temperatures to be short-lived, with warnings of thunderstorms to follow. However, if the high temperatures are reached, it is likely to have an impact on the health and social care sector.
A yellow warning from the UKHSA indicates an increased use of health care services by vulnerable individuals and a higher health risk for those over 65 or with pre-existing health conditions.
Dr Agostinho Sousa, head of extreme events and health protection at UKHSA, emphasised the importance of taking sensible precautions while enjoying the sun this weekend. He said: “The forecasted high temperatures are expected to be short-lived, but could primarily impact those over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions. I
"f you have friends, family or neighbors who are more vulnerable, it is important to check in on them and ensure they are aware of the forecasts and are following the necessary advice.”
Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Dan Harris added: “Temperatures will be on the rise from Friday, with a plume of continental air allowing temperatures to reach, and perhaps locally exceed, 30C in parts of England on Friday and Saturday.
"In addition, temperatures overnight will remain high, especially in towns and cities, which will make for an uncomfortably warm night for some. Temperatures are likely to start to drop from the west on Saturday and more widely into Sunday, as showers and thunderstorms sweep northeast across the country.”
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