North Wales partners urge everyone to stay safe in the heat

North Wales is currently under an Amber weather warning, and temperatures are set to stay high all week.

Emergency services, local authorities, health services and other partners are working together as part of the North Wales Local Resilience Forum (LRF) to monitor the situation across the region and to respond to any issues.

North Wales residents and visitors are urged to take a few extra steps to stay safe in the heat.

Stay safe in the heat

• Check on others
• Seek shade between 11am and 3pm
• Wear SPF 30+ sunscreen
• Cover up with a hat, sunglasses and loose clothing
• Drink plenty of water

Reduce fire risks

• Do not light fires
• Pack a picnic, not a BBQ
• Dispose of cigarettes safely.
• Take your litter home

 

Stay safe around water

• Water can still be dangerously cold despite hot weather. Avoid jumping into open water to cool off - remember to enter the water slowly to reduce the risk of cold-water shock.
• Open water swimming and diving in places such as old quarry pools and waterfalls can be hazardous due to under-water debris and jagged slate shards. Be mindful of tides and currents in the sea and rivers
• If you get into trouble in the water, remember 'Float to Live'.
• If you see someone in difficulty, never enter the water yourself. Call 999.

 

Travel

• Think. Is your journey necessary? Can you travel at a different time of day or defer it for another day? Especially those who are  vulnerable, with medical conditions are travelling with young children. Bear in mind that the temperature in a vehicle can rise quickly and pose serious risk to drivers and their passengers.
• If travelling on the roads, take plenty of water with you, plan your rest stops, expect some disruption and look after each other.
• If travelling on public transport, please check before you travel, stay hydrated and allow extra time for your journey as services may be disrupted.

If you’re visiting popular sites

• Park responsibly
• Camp only where you have permission

 

Keep up to date and have emergency numbers to hand

• Some public services may be affected by the extreme weather conditions
• Check the relevant website and social media feeds for the latest updates, especially if you’re travelling to access a specific service
• Report problems caused by the extreme heat to the relevant authority via the normal channels

For the latest advice and information follow trusted sources on social media and online

• For more information on reducing fire risk during hot, dry weather and staying safe around water, visit the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service Summer Safety Pages on their website.
• Public Health Wales has issued advice on staying safe during the extreme heat. Read the latest guidance on the Public Health Wales website.
• Met Office warnings: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings