UK Weather Warning 17-18th June 2022

The UK Met Office has issued a warning for hot weather in parts of central and southern England. Temperatures are expected to reach over 30C for a day or two starting Friday 17th and then fall back over the weekend.

This intense heat can be difficult for people who have chronic lung conditions to cope with, especially if they get dehydrated, so the British Lung Foundation has provided guidelines to help people prepare and cope with the temperatures. For others, hot weather can increase symptoms of hay fever.

Go to ‘Looking after your lungs in hot weather’ for more details

Link to BLF website

 

BLF top 10 tips during a heatwave

Here’s how to plan ahead to stay well and keep cool:

• Check the weather, pollen and pollution forecasts
• Avoid the heat when possible
• Keep out of the sun
• Use a fan
• Exercise sensibly
• Drink cold water
• Keep your home cool
• Take cool baths or showers
• Eat as normal
• Look out for yourself and others