Seeing we in Spain will lose our fuel allowance will they help us in our heat waves!! The Met Office has upgraded its heatwave warning in parts of the UK, as temperatures are set to rise above 30C (86F). It said they could reach "Level 3 heat-health watch criteria" in London and the South East, requiring healthcare services to help high-risk groups. Conditions in other areas of England and Wales may come close to triggering a higher alert but it is less likely. Much of the UK has been basking in hot weather for more than a week. While the warm weather has been welcomed by sunbathers, sport watchers and barbecue fans, the heat can be dangerous for the very young, elderly and seriously ill. Continue reading the main story How to stay safe in the sun • Try to keep out of the sun between 11:00 and 15:00 • Wear sunscreen • Wear loose cotton clothing • Drink lots of cool drinks • Seek shade • Wear sunglasses and a hat • Look out for others, especially vulnerable groups such as the elderly, young children and babies, and those with serious illnesses • Never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children or animals Met Office weather warnings Age UK - how to stay cool during a heatwave NHS heatwave - be prepared The "Level 3" warning is part of the heat-health watch system, which is intended to put health, housing, social care and other public bodies on alert in case of a heatwave.
Posted on: Wed, 17 Jul 2013 10:49:49 +0000
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