Wokingham Borough Connect
 Heatwave warning starts today
A heatwave warning has been issued from 9am today (11 July) to 9am on Friday (15 July) across the South East.
Make sure to protect yourself and think of others, such as children and older people, who may be affected more.
At-risk groups are the ones that may need advice, but they might not recognise their own vulnerability to high temperatures, relying on the help of family and friends.
For people with underlying health conditions, the heat can pose a real danger to their health and that is why the council is urging everyone to keep an eye out this summer.
Older people – particularly those over the age of 75 – are among the most vulnerable. People who live alone or with a serious or long-term illness are also at risk.
- Drink lots of water and reduce tea, coffee and especially alcohol consumption
- Wear light-coloured, lightweight, cotton, loose-fitting clothing
- Remember to eat properly
- Avoid extreme exercise
- Close curtains of rooms that face the sun to keep them cool
- Consider fitting thermal blinds/curtains
- Dress appropriately and check the central heating is switched off
- Take cool baths/showers to cool down
- Open windows if it feels cooler outside, considering the safety of young children
- Check your medicines are stored at the correct temperature
- Apply sunscreen and wear a hat, while trying to stay in the shade
- Keep out of the midday sun (11am to 3pm)
- Avoid exercising during the hottest time of the day
- Keep safe if swimming in water, especially open water, rivers and ponds
- Never leave anyone – especially children, the elderly or animals – alone in a vehicle
- Public buildings, such as libraries and places of worship, may be cooler
Help for homeless people
Due to the increasing temperatures we have activated our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) for rough sleepers, meaning that we can find them a bed for the night.
If you have seen anyone sleeping rough, or if you or someone you know could use this help, please call us on (0118) 974 600 and for out of hours, please visit our Homelessness pages.
Useful links
The following are good sources of information and advice during a heatwave:
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