Alert in South East ahead of more hot weather
EPA/ShutterstockAn amber heat health alert has been issued for the South East as temperatures are expected to soar later this week.
Officials from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) say people over 65 could be particularly affected by the hot weather which is forecast after Wednesday.
The alert, which is in place until Sunday, comes weeks after record-breaking temperatures in the region during the most recent nationwide heatwave.
Amber alerts are also in place across the Midlands, East of England, London and the South West, with yellow alerts in other parts of the country.
Other risks identified by the UKHSA include an increase in water-related incidents, such as people swimming in open water, as well as likely increased demand on health and social care services.
Met Office forecasts suggest temperatures could hit 32°C (89.6°F) in Brighton and Tunbridge Wells on Friday, 10 July, as well as 33°C (91.4°F) in Guildford.
The UKHSA advises avoiding the sun during the hottest periods of the day from 11:00 to 15:00 BST, and using sunscreen regularly if outside.
It also suggests to limit strenuous physical activity, stay hydrated throughout the day and avoid hot enclosed spaces like stationary cars.
England recorded its warmest June on record following soaring temperatures and tropical nights, prompting a rare red extreme heat warning in the South East for several days.
The new bout of warm weather could be the third heatwave of the year in the UK, but is not expected to hit the heights of the late-June weather.
The Met Office is yet to release any weather alerts for the South East for the week beginning 6 July.
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