Heat health alert extended as soaring temperatures set to stay
A heat health alert has been extended as sizzling temperatures continue to impact Sussex.
The UK Health Security Agency has extended the amber heat health alert until Wednesday, July 2, at 9am.
It was originally due to end tomorrow, July 1.
The alert warns of significant impacts across health and social care services, including a rise in deaths among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions.
There may also be impacts on younger age groups.
There is also likely to be an increased demand on all health and social care services.
READ MORE: Updates as Sussex braces itself for another day of hot weather
Temperatures are set to remain high in Brighton, with an average of 28C tomorrow and 27C on Wednesday.
The weather for the rest of the week is forecast to remain warm, with temperatures sitting at around 23 to 24C until Sunday, July 6.
The UKHSA advises people to keep out of the sun at the hottest time of the day, between 11am and 3pm, and check on family, friends and neighbours who may be at higher risk of becoming unwell.
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