Hot weather and heat warnings in place in UK for this week
According to the Met Office - who monitor the weather in the UK - the hot weather is being caused by a combination of high pressure and a southerly airflow, which is being blown up from parts of Europe, that are currently experiencing extreme levels of heat.In France, the city of Nimes recorded its highest ever August temperature on record on Sunday with 41.8C.Many parts of England and Wales will see temperatures in the mid to high 20s this week. London will see slightly higher temperatures of around 30C, whilst Scotland and Northern Ireland will remain a little cooler with temperatures in the low 20s.
What is a heat health alert?
The weather health alert system was introduced in June 2023 and is run by the UKHSA and the Met Office.It was designed to help reduce illness by improving communication during times of extreme weather. Each warning has a different colour.Green: No warningYellow: Vulnerable people likely to be affectedAmber: Conditions could affect the whole populationRed: A significant danger to life
What is a heatwave?
Some parts of the UK might reach the Met Office's official criteria for a heatwave this week.This is when a place records at least three days in a row with daily maximum temperatures that meet or are hotter than the heatwave temperature threshold for that area.
How to stay cool during a heatwave?
Wear sunscreen - but remember to reapply them often - every two hours - to ensure they work.Make sure you have some sunglasses and a hat or headscarf to protect your eyes and the top of your head.Drink lots of water to stay hydrated, and eat snacks to keep your energy up.Find a bit of shade where you can and rest if you get too hot.You can wear long-sleeved and loose fitting clothing to help keep you cool and protect you from the Sun's rays.Stay out of the Sun between the hours of 12pm and 3pm - this is when it is usually hottest.
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