2/ ☀Drink plenty of water and, if you are out, take advantage of the 4,000 free water refill locations and more than 100 new water fountains installed by City Hall across the capital. london.gov.uk/what-we-do/env…
3/ ☀Get familiar with the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke and find out what to do if you were to suffer from a heat-related illness, by visiting the NHS website. nhs.uk/conditions/hea…
4/ ☀Where possible, stay out of the sun between 11am-3pm. Apply sun cream and wear a hat or sunglasses when you are outdoors. Take advantage of the Cool Spaces that are available across the capital to help you stay out of the sun.
Cool Spaces london.gov.uk/what-we-do/env…
5/ ☀Keep your home as cool as possible—shading windows and shutting them during the day may help. Open them when it is cooler at night.
6/ ☀Only travel if essential, avoid travelling during the hottest times, and carry water with you when on public transport.
7/ ☀Avoid the dangers of swimming in the Thames or in London's canals and waterways and always follow the Fire Brigade’s water safety guidance. london-fire.gov.uk/safety/water-s…
8/ ☀Be aware of the heightened fire risk during the heatwave. Consider where you are having barbecues and never barbecue on a balcony or near dry grass. Ensure that all rubbish and cigarettes are properly disposed of. london-fire.gov.uk/news/2022-news…
9/ ☀Use water wisely so as not to waste it. If you can, use leftover water from washing up or baths to water your plants and trees. thameswater.co.uk/about-us/newsr…
10/ ☀Avoid unnecessary car journeys and idling as a high pollution alert will be in effect.
11/ ☀Older people and those with lung problems should reduce strenuous physical exertion due to the pollution, and everyone is encouraged to limit physical activity to the cooler parts of the day.
12/ ☀Avoid excess alcohol.
13/ ☀Only call 999 in a genuine emergency. If you or others feel unwell, get dizzy, or have intense thirst, move to a cool place, rehydrate and cool your body down.
14/ ☀Londoners can also access expert NHS health advice 24hrs a day by calling 111 or going online.
15/ ☀People sleeping rough during the heatwave are at serious risk of heat exhaustion. If you're concerned for the welfare of someone sleeping rough in our city, contact StreetLink to connect them to local services. streetlink.org.uk
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