Yellow Heat Health Alert Posted or Updated on 8 Jul 2025

☀️ How to stay safe in the heat

🥤 Keep hydrated

Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Water is best, but fruit juice or diluted squash can help too. Avoid too much caffeine or alcohol.

🌳 Stay cool indoors and out

Try to stay inside during the hottest part of the day - usually between 11am and 3pm.

If you're out, wear a wide-brimmed hat and loose, light-coloured clothing. Seek shade where you can.

Use fans to circulate air, and if you don’t have air conditioning at home, consider spending time in cooler public places like libraries, supermarkets or community centres.

👀 Look out for others

Check in with older neighbours, friends or relatives, as well as anyone who lives alone. Make sure they’re keeping cool and drinking enough fluids.

🌞 Protect your skin

Use sunscreen with a high SPF and wear sunglasses if you're heading outdoors. UV rays can be harmful even on cloudy days.