What is a heat health alert and where in the UK has it been issued?

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePeople sunbathe in the sun in Dover, Kent (PA)The UK Health Security Agency has issued an amber heat health alert for the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, and the South East, with yellow alerts covering the South West, North West, North East, and Yorkshire and the Humber. An amber alert signifies that the heat is expected to impact the entire health service, posing a potential risk to the whole population and necessitating a coordinated response from various services. These heat health alerts are effective from 2pm on Friday and will remain in place until 5pm next Wednesday, providing an early warning to healthcare providers and the social care sector. Vulnerable groups include older people, particularly women over 75, those with long-term illnesses such as heart or lung conditions, babies and very young children, and individuals dependent on alcohol or drugs, with risks including dehydration, heat exhaustion, and potentially life-threatening heatstroke. To stay safe, the NHS advises avoiding direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm, wearing sunscreen and light clothing, staying hydrated with cold drinks, keeping homes cool by managing windows, and using electric fans if temperatures are below 35C. In fullWhat is an amber heat health alert and how can vulnerable people stay safe?Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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