A yellow heat health alert has been issued across parts of the country from Friday to Sunday
A yellow heat health alert has come into force across parts of the UK despite forecasts of rain this weekend.
The warnings are in place from 9am on Friday to 9am on Sunday, and covers the East Midlands, West Midlands, South East, South West, the east of England and London.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the hot weather could have an impact across health and social care services and put vulnerable people at risk.
Health chiefs also warned water‑related incidents may increase, including risks from cold‑water shock and drowning.
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