Rotherham residents urged to follow social distancing rules when outside as temperatures look to reach 30C
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Temperatures began building across South Yorkshire on Tuesday, with the hot weather expected to peak on Wednesday lasting through to Friday.
Conditions will stay very warm and humid at night which could lead to uncomfortable sleeping conditions.
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Hide AdPublic Health England (PHE) advises people to keep safe in the sun, seek shade to cool down and keep hydrated with plenty of cool fluids.
Rotherham Council is also urging those who are thinking about heading out to adhere to social distancing guidelines when doing so.
Rotherham Council’s Cabinet Member for Public Health, Coun David Roche, said: “Many people enjoy hot weather but high temperatures can be dangerous especially for older people, young children and those with serious illnesses.
“It may be tempting to go out to one of the borough’s parks to enjoy the good weather and if you choose to do so, I ask that all residents continue to follow government social distancing guidelines and keep two metres, if possible, away from people from outside your household.
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Hide Ad“Make sure you enjoy the sun safely by keeping out of the heat at the hottest time of the day, avoiding sunburn by using sun cream and shaded areas and staying hydrated with plenty of cool drinks.”
However tempting it may be, members of the public are again reminded not to go swimming in open water in reservoirs, rivers or canals, even if the water looks calm as there could be strong hidden currents or rubbish and debris under the waterline as well as very cold temperatures which can hinder your swimming abilities.
Residents are also asked to be kind to elderly neighbours and those who may be shielding by checking on them where possible.
You should also try to keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm, stay hydrated, and never leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle, especially infants, young children or animals.
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Hide AdFor more tips on keeping cool in the sun visit the Sun Smart website.
Professionals and community groups can prepare for hot weather by reviewing the Heatwave Plan for England.