The Met Office and UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) have warned vulnerable residents in the South West of England after issuing the first-ever heat-health warning of 2023.
Much of England (especially the south) will experience extremely high temperatures, marking the hottest day of the year so far.
The South West of England has been issued a yellow alert from 9 am on Friday (June 9) to 9 am on Monday (June 12).
Temperatures are set to increase on Thursday and Friday and could reach highs of 29C on Saturday far surpassing the current 2023 record of 25C.
With a change in wind direction, Saturday will be warmer for much of the UK, especially near the east coast 📈
— Met Office (@metoffice) June 7, 2023
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This comes as the Met Office also warns of thundery conditions over the hot period set to hit the South West of England.
UKHSA warns South West England residents over 'sustained period of hot weather' as over 65s at increased risk
The UKHSA's Dr Agostinho Sousa said: "In the coming days, we are likely to experience our first sustained period of hot weather of the year so far, so it's important that everyone ensures they keep hydrated and cool while enjoying the sun.
"Forecasted temperatures this week will primarily impact those over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions such as respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
"If you have friends, family or neighbours who you know are more vulnerable to the effects of hot weather, it is important you check in on them and ensure they are aware of the forecasts and are following the necessary advice."
Met Office tells South West English residents that there could be heavy thundery showers
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Simon Partridge over at the Met Office said: "We continue with showers on Sunday and Monday and it will turn a little bit cooler again.
"Showers over the weekend will become heavy at times, and there's a risk of a bit of thunder.
"There will be 10-15mm of rain over the course of two to three hours, which is nothing too significant."
What areas of England have a yellow heat-health alert in place for the weekend?
Here are the regions in England impacted by the yellow heatwave alert:
• London
• East Midlands
• West Midlands
• East of England
• South East
• South West
Find out more about the weather in your local area by visiting the Met Office website.
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