Our usual activities continue during this extreme heat weather warning.
However think about what’s best for you – and if that means not traveling and staying home – please do so.
Keep yourself cool : The heat can affect your health and make you feel unwell, there are many simple things you can do to keep yourself safe:
- Keep out of the sun and avoid any exercise between 11am to 3pm when the sun is the strongest
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Close your curtains in rooms that face the sun
- If you are going out, take water with you, keep in the shade, wear sunscreen and wear a wide brimmed hat
Follow these easy tips to keep cool when out and about:
- Carry some water with you and drink lots of fluids
- If you feel unwell, stop for some fresh air
- Dress light, choose light fabrics in light colours
- Help others – for anyone struggling, ice packs/cold compresses to wrists, neck, elbows can help them cool down quickly
- Take a small hand-held battery fan
Help to protect the vulnerable people that you know, including older people, those with underlying conditions and those who live alone. They may need support to keep cool and hydrated.
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