The UK Health Security Agency and Met Office has issued a heat warning for Merseyside.
A yellow alert has been in place across fives areas of Southern England since Friday June 9. The warning has now been extended across the UK and will be in force until June 19.
The alert warns the hot weather may result in an increased use of healthcare services by vulnerable populations and an increase in risk to health for individuals over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions, including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. UKHSA's Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection urged people to remain hydrated.
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Dr Agostino Sousa said on June 7: "In the coming days we are likely to experience our first sustained period of hot weather of the year so far, so it’s important that everyone ensures they keep hydrated and cool while enjoying the sun. Forecasted temperatures this week will primarily impact those over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions such as respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
"If you have friends, family or neighbours who you know are more vulnerable to the effects of hot weather, it is important you check in on them and ensure they are aware of the forecasts and are following the necessary advice."
Merseyside has been hit with a heatwave as scorching temperatures hit the region. The Met Office predict the warm weather to continue tomorrow as highs of 27C are forecast. The full forecast said: "Any early morning mist quickly clearing, leaving the region with plenty of summer sunshine and temperatures rising. A light breeze will help it feel less humid than recent days. "
The UKHSA have also shared ways to remain safe during the hot weather. We have listed them below:
- Check on family, friends and neighbours who may be at higher risk of becoming unwell, and if you are at higher risk, ask them to do the same for you
- Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke and what to do if you or someone else has them
- Keep out of the sun at the hottest time of the day, between 11am and 3pm
- If you are going to do a physical activity (for example, exercise or walking the dog), plan to do these during times of the day when it is cooler such as the morning or evening
- Keep your home cool by closing windows and curtains in rooms that face the sun
- If you do go outside, cover up with suitable clothing such as an appropriate hat and sunglasses, seek shade and apply sunscreen regularly
- Drink plenty of fluids and limit your alcohol intake
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