PHE issues health warning ahead of hot weather forecasts

Public Health England (PHE) has issues a statement warning the public to take precautions following forecasts of hot weather over the coming days and nights.

The Met Office has warned humid weather will arrive in the East of England, the South East, London and the East Midlands, which will all be put on heatwave Level 2 status.

Dr Thomas Waite, of the Extreme Events team at PHE, said: “Because the heat is going to arrive very soon, think today about what you can do, and for those around you, to stay cool during the daytime and particularly at night.

“Much of the advice on beating the heat is common sense and for most people there’s nothing to really worry about.

“But for some people, such as older people, those with underlying health conditions and those with young children, summer heat can bring real health risks.

“To keep homes and sleeping areas cool at night remember to close curtains on windows that face the sun during the day, once the sun is off windows open them up to get a breeze and think about turning off electrical devices all over the home as they can generate unwanted heat too.”