UK heatwave LIVE: Britain to be HOTTER than Marbella this weekend at 30C as heatwave health threat raised
THE UK is set to be hotter than MARBELLA this weekend, the Met Office have issued a Level 3 health threat ahead of the 10 day heatwave.
Temperatures of more than 29C are expected across the south and east of England on Sunday, while the mercury is forecast to pass the 30C mark on Monday.
Met Office issued a Amber alert, as the Heatwave Health Threat is increased to a Level 3.
The Met Office website urges those in high-risk groups to take extra precautions, telling Brits to: “Look out for others, especially older people, young children and babies and those with underlying health conditions.”
Advising Brits to keep cool and carry on, the Met Office says: “Close curtains on rooms that face the sun to keep indoor spaces cooler and remember it may be cooler outdoors than indoors.
“Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol, dress appropriately for the weather and slow down when it is hot.”
Deputy Chief Meteorologist David Oliver said of the heatwave: “We’re at the start of a stretch of warm weather for much of England and Wales, that could last for much of next week.
“Much of next week will remain warm for the time of year as well as dry and sunny.”
“In the short term, many can expect temperatures in the mid to high 20s Celsius over the weekend, and then in the low 30s during the start of next week.
Advice on how to reduce the risk can be obtained from the Heatwave Plan for England page, from your doctor or local chemist, or ring NHS 111.
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