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Households are asked to stay at home between 11.00-15.00, the hottest hours of the day. (Image: Getty)
Households in the UK have been told to stay at home between 11am and 3pm until Thursday as a heatwave sweeps the country.
The UK has been enjoying wonderfully warm and sunny weather lately; temperatures are expected to peak at a sizzling 33 degrees on Monday, May 25. The Met Office predicts May and Spring UK temperatures will break this bank holiday weekend, surpassing the current record of 32.8C, and households should take precautions to stay safe in the extreme heat. Amber heat health warnings are currently in force for the East Midlands, East of England, London, the South East and the West Midlands, while yellow alerts cover the North West, North East, South West and Yorkshire and the Humber.
Monday is expected to be the hottest day in the south of England and the Midlands, with maximum temperatures reaching 33 degrees, while temperature warnings will be in place until 17:00 on Wednesday, May 27.
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Therefore, households are urged to take simple steps to stay safe in the heat over the coming days, including staying at home between 11am and 3pm, the hottest part of the day.
Advice from the UK Health Safety Agency (UKHSA), NHS and Met Office also recommends closing windows and curtains in sun-facing rooms to help keep your home cool at these times, as well as closing doors to help keep your home cool.
It is recommended that you avoid physical activities during the hottest hours of the day, that is, between 11.00 and 15.00, and drink plenty of fluids throughout the day.
The UKHSA said: “There are simple steps you can take to keep yourself and others safe during periods of hot weather.
If you go outside, wear appropriate clothing such as a hat and sunglasses, seek shade and apply sunscreen regularly.
Staying away from the sun during the hottest hours of the day, that is, between 11:00 and 15:00
If you’re going to do a physical activity (for example, exercising or walking the dog), plan to do it during cooler parts of the day, such as in the morning or evening.
The UKHSA warned that high temperatures could put vulnerable people at risk, including people over 65, those with long-term health conditions including respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, pregnant people and those who live alone or need help looking after themselves.
If you must go out in the heat, try to walk in the shade, always wear sunscreen and wear a wide-brimmed hat to keep the sun off your face.
UKHSA Health Protection Advisor Dr. Anya Gopfert said: “We know that even moderate temperatures can cause serious health problems, especially for the elderly and people with certain health problems, so it is important for everyone to take simple precautions while enjoying the warm weather in the coming days.
“If you have more vulnerable friends, family or neighbours, it is important to check in on them, make sure they are aware of the forecast and are following the necessary advice.”
