Brill Parish Council Newsletter

June 2023 extra issue

Basic health advice for hot temperatures

• stay out of direct sunlight, especially during the hottest part of the day, between 11am and 3pm, as UV rays are strongest during these hours

• walk in the shade, apply sunscreen, wear a hat, sunglasses and light, loose-fitting, light-coloured clothes

• stick to swimming pools or supervised venues if you choose to go for a swim

• apply sunscreen frequently with at least SPF 30 and 4- or 5-star ultraviolet A (UVA) protection regularly to exposed skin

• drink plenty of water and avoid excess alcohol

• never leave dogs or people in a parked vehicle during hot weather

• avoid extreme physical exertion; if you can’t avoid strenuous outdoor activity, keep it for cooler parts of the day such as early morning or evening

• stay cool indoors by closing curtains on windows that face the sun; open windows when it’s cooler outside than in (when it is safe to do so) and turn off any unnecessary electrical items

• keep a close eye on older people, young children, and people with long term health conditions; their bodies can struggle to cope with the heat and they are at greater risk