Met Office warning for the Summer Posted on 18 May 2022

Once again, the Met Office is warning of the possibility of excessive temperatures this Summer causing heatwaves and adverse weather conditions across the UK.

With the year moving on so quickly, please find below some links to guidance and advice that may help you, your staff and your practice to manage & maintain patient services over any period of extreme heat this Summer.

UK Government Heatwave Plan - Heatwave Plan for England - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Advice for specific sectors on preparing for and managing during a heatwave

Met Office Heat Health Alerts - https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/public/weather/heat-health
Heat Health Alerts – Information and advice from the Met Office regarding periods of extreme heat across the UK

Met Office Severe Weather Alerts - https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/guide-to-emails
Sign up for Met office severe weather alerts via email

Being aware of extreme situations early will help you manage your daily business during any periods of excessive heat.