Temperatures are predicted to hit 30C for the second day in London today as a heatwave continues. The east of England and the Midlands are both forecast to see highs of 28C, according to the Met Office. An amber heat health alert was issued for some areas on Friday by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) until 18:00 BST Tuesday, with temperatures set to peak on Monday. This is the second amber alert in two weeks and means weather impacts are "likely to be felt across the whole health service". The head of extreme events and health protection at UKHSA has urged people to check on those who are more vulnerable and take "sensible precautions while enjoying the sun". The alert stretches across London, the East Midlands, South East, South West and East of England. A yellow heat alert, less serious than amber, has also been issued for Yorkshire and Humber as well as the West Midlands. It denotes "significant impacts" for the health and social care services. On Monday, the UKHSA has warned, "Much of the country will see temperatures in the early to mid-30s" (C) at the height of the heatwave. The country's current record high for June rests at 35.6C, set in Southampton's Mayflower Park in 1957 and met again at Camden Square in North London in 1976. Darren Farmer, Director of Operations at London Ambulance Service has warned: "It's really, really important to keep hydrated" and to "keep away from alcohol" in the heat. Keeping out of direct sunlight in the middle of the day and taking your medication in a timely manner are also key, Farmer added. Carrie Johnson, wife of former prime minister Boris Johnson, has urged breast-feeding mothers in particular to stay hydrated aftershe was hospitalised for two nights for severe dehydration. Temperatures at Glastonbury festival, which is now in the last of its five days, are expected to reach 27C on Sunday. The hottest year for the festival was 2017, when highs of 30C sawdozens of people being treated by paramedics.
Second 30C day for London ahead of Monday's UK heatwave peak
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London is experiencing its second consecutive day of temperatures reaching 30C as a significant heatwave persists across the UK. The Met Office has forecasted similarly high temperatures for other regions, including the east of England and the Midlands, where highs are expected to reach around 28C. In response to the soaring temperatures, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an amber heat health alert set to remain in effect until 18:00 BST on Tuesday. This alert, which is the second of its kind in two weeks, indicates that the health service may experience considerable impacts due to the heat. UKHSA officials are emphasizing the importance of checking on vulnerable individuals and taking sensible precautions while enjoying outdoor activities in the sun. Areas affected by the alert include London, the East Midlands, South East, South West, and the East of England, with a yellow heat alert also issued for Yorkshire and Humber and the West Midlands, indicating significant health impacts but less severe than the amber alert.
As temperatures are predicted to peak on Monday, the UKHSA has warned that much of the country may experience highs in the early to mid-30s Celsius. Current records for June stand at 35.6C, set in 1957 and matched in 1976, raising concerns about potential health risks during this heatwave. Darren Farmer, Director of Operations at London Ambulance Service, has urged the public to remain hydrated and avoid alcohol consumption during the heat. He also advised people to stay out of direct sunlight during peak hours and to adhere to their medication schedules. Additionally, Carrie Johnson, the wife of former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, has shared her personal experience of hospitalization due to severe dehydration, urging breastfeeding mothers to prioritize hydration. Meanwhile, the Glastonbury festival, which is concluding its five-day run, is also expected to see high temperatures, reminiscent of the record-setting heat during the festival in 2017, which led to numerous paramedic interventions due to heat-related issues.
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