Red weather warning

Red weather warning

We wanted to give some weather warning advice ready for the weather heating up this week.

When facing weather warnings, it is crucial to take action to ensure safety and well-being. Here are some general advice points to consider:

Stay informed: Check the Met Office website for the latest updates on weather warnings and advisories.

Prepare your home: Ensure your home is ready for extreme weather conditions, including having a plan for power outages and staying hydrated.

Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, especially during hot weather.

Avoid sun exposure: Limit sun exposure during peak hours to prevent heat-related illnesses.

Seek medical advice: If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion or heatstroke, seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms of heat exhaustion

The symptoms of heat exhaustion include:

tiredness

dizziness

headache

feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting)

excessive sweating and skin becoming pale and clammy (a change in skin colour can be harder to see on brown or black skin)

cramps in the arms, legs and stomach

a high temperature

being very thirsty

feeling irritable

The symptoms of heat exhaustion are often the same in adults and children.

If someone is showing signs of heat exhaustion they need to be cooled down and given fluids.

Symptoms of heatstroke

The symptoms of heatstroke include:

a very high temperature

hot skin without sweating

fast breathing and a fast heartbeat

confusion and restlessness

seizure (fit)

loss of consciousness

Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Get immediate medical help if someone has the symptoms of heatstroke.

This advice has come from the NHS website and Met Office website. You can find more advice on the NHS website for what to do if you or anyone is experiencing these symptoms.

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John Cullingham
(Metropolitan Police, PCSO, Falconwood and Welling)