Heatwave Alert

July 2nd 2009

Alert levels were raised to their second highest, level three, yesterday as
temperatures of 33C (91.4F) were predicted for London.

Officials urged the public to keep an eye on relatives, friends and neighbours who might be at risk. People with concerns can contact their local authorities environmental health department - which can inspect a home for hazards to health including heat.

And they urged those with serious health problems - such as heart disease - to stay indoors between 11am and 3pm.

One suggestion is that windows should be kept shaded and closed during the hottest part of the day to keep heat out.

Dr Yvonne Doyle, regional director of public health in the South East said:
"Everyone's health can be affected by the heat, with greater risks of dehydration, sunburn, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

"Those most at risk are the very young and the very old, and people who already have health conditions, especially heart and respiratory problems - the heat can make their symptoms worse."

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