An amber heat health alert has been issued for large parts of England, warning of health risks associated with high temperatures. Areas affected include the West Midlands and South East, along with London. The UK Health Security Agency warns of significant impacts, particularly among individuals aged 65 and over or with existing health conditions, while younger populations are also at risk. Only the North East, North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber regions have retained less severe yellow heat alerts. Authorities are preparing for a possible rise in deaths due to the heat.
An amber heat health alert has been issued for large parts of England, with authorities warning soaring temperatures over the weekend are likely to cause a rise in deaths. Regions spanning from the West Midlands to the South East are affected, including London.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says significant impacts are likely in the affected areas, including a rise in deaths, particularly amongst those ages 65 and over or with health conditions.
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