Before and during a heatwave. Heat is hardest on older people, babies and anyone unwell.
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- Learn the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke Headache, dizziness, feeling sick, heavy sweating and great thirst. Cool down and drink water. If someone is no better after 30 minutes, or is confused, call 999.
- Check on anyone at higher risk: older people, babies, the unwell
- Shade sunny windows with blinds or curtains Light-coloured or thermal curtains keep rooms cooler. Ad Thermal curtains on Amazon
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- Carry water in the car
- Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm
- Never leave anyone, or a pet, in a parked car
Based on GOV.UK's Be ready advice on hot weather and heatwaves, in our own words, under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Advice changes, so check the source if something matters.
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