A yellow heat health warning has been issued on the Isle of Wight prompting guidance to be issued by the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA).
The warning, which begins at 9am on Friday, May 22 and currently ends at 5pm on Wednesday, May 27, is of low impact and medium likelihood.
Minor impact is expected across health and social services and the heat poses a greater risk to life for vulnerable people.
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NHS guidance for heatwaves suggest for people to keep out of the heat if possible, to wear sunscreen and to cool yourself down through cold food and drinks.
Yellow heat health warning guidance suggests for people to stay in the shade and wear a sunhat if outdoors, keep homes cool by shading windows during the day and opening them at night, staying hydrated and avoiding alcohol and caffeine and hold an awareness of signs of heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
The Isle of Wight Council said to check in on elderly, isolated, ill or very young individuals and ensure they are staying cool and hydrated.
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