Weather Warning with Water Safety Advice

The Met Office has forecast extremely hot weather over the next week, with amber warnings for extreme heat on Monday and Tuesday across the South of England and Wales.

If you find yourself near water during this hot spell, it’s vital that you and your family are aware of the Water Safety Code:

Stop and think

Stay together

In an emergency, call 999

Float to live

Water can present serious risks, so it’s important to stay safe while making the most of the sunny weather. Understanding those risks and knowing what to do in an emergency can save lives.

Learn the Water Safety Code: www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-code

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