The UK is set to bake in scorching temperatures from Friday, with thermometers expected to surpass 30C in many parts of the country. Afternoon temperatures are set to be boiling hot, with the Met Office issuing warnings over heat from Sunday onwards.
While many of us will be keen to soak up the sun, the hot temperatures and strong sunlight also bring with them potential health problems. In England, there are on average 2,000 heat-related deaths every year, Nottinghamshire Live reports.
The main risks in extreme hot weather are dehydration, overheating and heatstroke. Those most at risk tend to be the elderly, people with serious illnesses, babies and the homeless.
