Stay safe and look out for each other in the hot weather
People across Swansea Bay are being asked to look out for each other and take sensible precautions with the hot weather warnings now in place.
Temperatures in Wales are expected to reach unprecedented highs over the next few days.
This could potentially affect anyone, regardless of their age or health, but older people, babies and very young children are at greatest risk as they can deteriorate quickly in high temperatures.
Please check on others, especially older people, young children, and those vulnerable for other reasons.
Stay in the shade where possible and drink plenty of water throughout the day. Keep indoor spaces cool – close curtains, blinds and windows by day, then open in the evening.
If you are going outdoors, use sunscreen – SPF 30+ with at least 4‑star UVA protection.
Other simple actions you can take to reduce the likelihood of you becoming unwell are set out below.
Keep out of the sun and avoid any exercise between 11am-3pm when the sun is strongest and close curtains in rooms that face the sun. If you are going out take water with you, stay in the shade, wear sunscreen and a wide brimmed hat.
Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary.
If using public transport, there are many simple things you can do to keep yourself safe; carry water with you, take a small hand-held battery powered fan, if you feel unwell get off at next stop for some fresh air, dress in light fabrics in light colours to help stay cooler, keep an eye on fellow passengers for signs they may be struggling.
Help to protect vulnerable people that you know including older people, those with underlying conditions and those who live alone; they may need support to keep cool and stay hydrated. If you are worried about your health, or that of somebody you know, contact 111.
Keep yourself safe whilst enjoying the water in this weather by following these simple steps: enter the water gradually, avoiding jumping or diving straight in, to reduce your risk of cold water sock, go to a lifeguarded beach or a supervised swimming area, and, if you, or anyone else, get into difficulty in the water, float on your back.
People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It is easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
Follow this link to Public Health Wales guide to hot weather.
Follow this link to the Met Office website for weather updates.
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