A yellow heat health alert has been issued for most of England as temperatures are set to soar, with some areas expected to reach 30°C (86°F). The alert, jointly issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office, aims to raise awareness of potential impacts on healthcare services during the upcoming mini-heatwave.
Key Points:
• The alert covers all regions except one and is in effect from Monday morning until late Thursday afternoon.
• Temperatures are predicted to spike, with many places experiencing mid-20s°C (77°F) and some reaching 30°C.
• The East Midlands, East of England, East Anglia, and the South East face significant impacts on health and social care due to high temperatures.
• Vulnerable individuals, particularly those aged 65 and older or with health conditions, may be at risk.
• The North West, North East, West of England, South West, and London also face increased mortality risk and indoor heat concerns.
• The heat health alert system uses colors: green (no alert), yellow (response required), amber (enhanced response), and red (emergency response).
While this hot spell breaks the rainy spring pattern, it’s expected to be short-lived. Showers, thunderstorms, and persistent rain will follow as the Atlantic-influenced wet weather returns.
