An urgent warning has been issued to smokers as temperatures rise this summer.
As the UK basked in another heatwave, warnings have been issued over wildfires. The ECHO previously reported that high temperatures are expected across most parts of England, with the heat expected to have an impact on health, transport and infrastructure.
As a result, people are being urged to dispose of their cigarettes safely, ensuring they have been completely stubbed out, away from the "tinderbox" dry surroundings. As many will be out making the most of the weather, a smoking cessation expert has shared the following warning.