Staying safe and cool in UK heatwave conditions
Image copyright Sam BThe weather warning issued by the Met Office means that high temperatures across the UK could pose a health risk to some people.
Fortunately there is some helpful advice being shared across social media on how to keep safe and cool.
Drinking plenty of water, wearing appropriate clothing and planning ahead are among the useful tips on how to cope in hot weather shared by NHSChoices on Twitter.
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It's the hottest day of the year so far! Here are some tips on how to beat the heat: https://t.co/p6ZHQVfOqs #heatwave pic.twitter.com/UT7SVaCbCZ
— NHS Choices (@NHSChoices) June 26, 2018
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Pregnant women can get advice from experts via the parents forum, Mumsnet, where a list of 'been there, done that tips' are available.
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From outdoor events to stuffy offices and packed public transport, rising temperatures can be a nightmare for anyone – let alone someone carrying a baby. Keep your cool throughout pregnancy with MNers' been there, done that tips https://t.co/oxip25PIv8 pic.twitter.com/FN9cRCaLRP
— Mumsnet (@MumsnetTowers) June 26, 2018
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For those people concerned about sleepless nights, Essex Fire service has warned about keeping fans on overnight.
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It's so important to never leave fans unattended 👇they are great at cooling room down, but make sure you switch them off if you leave the room. #StaySafe https://t.co/6jMfFHCSWB
— Essex Fire Service (@ECFRS) June 26, 2018
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BBC Weather presenter Matt Taylor says the heat has not peaked yet:
"Wednesday and Thursday could also bring 30C+ days with Scotland or Northern Ireland possibly seeing the highest temps then. This would give them their warmest June day since 1995."
He adds there's also a chance that Northern Ireland will have its hottest June day on record - that currently stands at 30.8C at Knockarevan in 1976.
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If you're tempted to have a barbeque, there may be some restrictions on firing up in public places, as noted by Cumbria County Council.
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Enjoying #Heatwaveuk? You might be thinking of having a #BBQ this week. Top tips from @CumbriaFire on staying safe outdoors: https://t.co/NBF96r8LKX pic.twitter.com/ITZEe0NEcW
— CumbriaCountyCouncil (@CumbriaCC) June 26, 2018
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In Greater Manchester, a wildfire on Tameside moorland which had been extinguished on Sunday, has reignited.
It's not just people who are affected by the heat. The RSPCA has issued advice on how to keep animals safe this summer.
There's also a wealth of photos of pets being cooled down, but what about the wildlife? In Leintwardine, north Herefordshire, the Environment Agency has been rescuing fish from the River Teme where water levels are dangerously low.
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Fish rescue underway on the drying River Teme upstream of Leintwardine pic.twitter.com/LKrP4F7wue
— Dave Throup (@DaveThroupEA) June 26, 2018
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Finally, the UK will not technically be having a heatwave until there are more than five days where the temperature is 5C higher than normal, according to BBC Weather's Matt Taylor.
Written by Sherie Ryder, BBC UGC and Social News.
