- Amber heat health alerts have been issued by the UK Health Security Agency for the East, South-East, South-West England, and the Midlands, effective from midday on Thursday until 8pm on Tuesday.
- These alerts indicate a likely significant impact on health and care services as a heatwave is expected to bring temperatures up to 30C by Friday, potentially reaching 33C in South and South-East England by Monday.
- Meteorologists predict increasingly humid conditions and uncomfortable nights, with overnight temperatures in the high teens across south-eastern areas of England.
- The NHS identifies vulnerable groups at higher risk, including older people, especially women over 75, individuals with long-term illnesses, babies and very young children, and those with certain dependencies or conditions.
- Public health advice includes staying out of the sun between 11am and 3pm, wearing sunscreen and light clothing, avoiding strenuous exercise and certain drinks, keeping homes cool, and understanding how to respond to heat exhaustion.
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