Amber heat health alerts to kick in across England ahead of fifth summer heatwave – latest news
England is facing amber heat health alerts as the country experiences its fifth heatwave of the summer. Large portions of the nation are currently under drought status, with temperatures expected to reach up to 36C.
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Extreme weather events and prolonged droughts significantly impact public health, infrastructure, and water resource management.
Health alerts are set to come into force across England this morning as parts of the UK brace for fifth climate crisis-driven heatwave this summer .
Amber heat health alerts have been issued for all regions in England, except the north-east, which mean significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, according to the UK’s Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The alerts stretch from 9am on Tuesday until 9am on Friday.
The north-east will be under a yellow health alert, which is less intense than the amber category but is still linked to a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions, and a likely increase in demand for health services.
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