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Red Level Heat Alert

  • Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm
  • Plan physical activity for cooler times of day
  • Keep homes cool by closing windows and curtains in sun-facing rooms
  • Wear suitable clothing, hats and sunglasses, and use sunscreen outdoors
  • Drink plenty of fluids and limit alcohol and caffeine
  • Check on older neighbours, relatives and friends
  • Be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke, and seek help if symptoms develop

Heat exhaustion can include tiredness, dizziness, headache, nausea and excessive sweating. If symptoms worsen or do not improve, heatstroke is a medical emergency and urgent help is required.

Create and Thrive

This relaxed 8-week course is designed to support your mental wellbeing through different creative techniques.

Please see our create and thrive leaflet (PDF) for further information on where and when.