Practical tips for a heatwave
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'It's a good time to prepare for the high temperatures that we can experience in this country. The elderly and those who are ill are particularly vulnerable during hot weather and the most oppressive conditions occur in our towns and cities.' Wayne Elliott, Head of Health Forecasting at the Met Office.
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- Check up on friends, relatives and neighbours who may be less able to look after themselves
- Shut and shade windows when it's hotter outside and open them for ventilation when it's cooler outside
- If you're vulnerable to the effects of heat, avoid going out between 11am-3pm
- Drink cold drinks like water or fruit juice regularly and avoid tea, coffee and alcohol
- Stay tuned to the weather forecast and plan ahead with supplies
- Keep plenty of water to hand and stay in the shade where possible
- Identify the coolest room in the house
What homeowners can do
Homeowners can take other practical steps to stay cool during the summer, including:
- Shading south and west-facing windows
- Painting buildings and surrounding walls white to reflect heat
- Planting small trees and shrubs around buildings
- Replacing metal blinds with curtains with white linings to reflect heat outwards where possible.
By Rob Mansfield
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