We’ve been asked to share these tips from Hertfordshire’s Local Resilience Forum* (HLRF) to stay cool this summer.
• Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm – the hottest part of the day
• If you go outside, wear long, light cotton clothing
• Don’t forget sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
• If you can, avoid sport, exercise and strenuous outdoor work in the hottest parts of the day
• Drink plenty of fluids – avoid drinking excess alcohol & caffeine
• Take plenty of water with you when travelling
• Don’t leave pets or passengers in a parked vehicle
• Keep your home cool – close windows and doors in the day to keep warmer air out. Open windows at night when the outside temperature cools
• You can also close curtains and blinds facing the sun to help keep temperatures lower
• Please check on vulnerable relatives and neighbours to see if they need any support.