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While the hottest day of the year so far is behind us, Glastonbury attendees won't be entirely out of the sun as another heatwave is due to hit the UK in days, with temperatures potentially heading back into the 30s over the weekend and the start of next week.
Looking for advice on keeping cool and calm in the heat, one viewer took to Morning Live's WhatsApp line on Monday. Consumer champion Matt Allwright was the first to respond, sharing a handy hack he's used for years.
Appearing in a video from his home, the presenter said: 'It's a real challenge to stay cool, but I'm going to show you a tip that I learned from doing lots and lots of music festivals. You take a bandana like this and imagine these are ice cubes borrowed from the bar.'
He turned the camera to show his desk, where he had neatly laid out a navy blue bandana. Matt then placed teabags, replacing ice cubes for the demonstration, down the centre of the bandana.
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The BBC star folded half of the bandana over the 'ice cubes' and began rolling it into one long tube with the 'ice cubes' in the centre. He continued: 'You roll it up and put it around your neck.
'That ice water drips down and keeps you cool for the whole day. I hope it works for you, it worked for me on a lot of occasions.'
He proudly added, pointing to his new neckpiece: 'Glastonbury 2019, that was a hot one, but the bandana kept me cool. Good luck!'
Returning to the presenters in the studio, Gethin Jones remarked: 'Looks good on him too to be fair, fashion statement.' But his co-host Holly Hamilton pointed out what could be a major flaw.
She said: 'But close up, if he starts dripping next to you, you might be a little bit worried.' Gethin joked: 'But that's okay in Glastonbury!'
If you're not looking to leak on fellow festival goers this summer, Boots Superintendent Pharmacist Claire Nevinson also shared some top tips to stay cool starting with a reminder to have sun protection like shade and sunscreen.
Claire added: 'If you're out and about take a cooling spray or mist with you to help keep your face and body cool and refresh skin in the warmer weather. If you're at home and have an electric fan, put some ice cubes in a bowl in front of it which will help to circulate ice cold air.'
Staying hydrated is also vital in hotter weather. Claire recommended: 'Aim to drink a glass of water soon after waking and continue to drink plenty of water throughout the day. Carry a reusable bottle with you and avoid excess alcohol as this will dehydrate you.'
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