Hot Weather Advice for Camden Residents

Heat Health Alert in place for London

A Heat Health Alert has been issued for London from 0900 hours on FRIDAY 22/05/2026 until 1700 hours on WEDNESDAY 27/05/2026.

During this period, temperatures may affect health and wellbeing, especially for people who are more vulnerable to hot weather. Please take extra care of yourself, your family, friends, neighbours and anyone in the community who may need support.

Hot weather can affect anyone, but some people are at higher risk of becoming seriously unwell, including older people, young children, people with long-term health conditions, people with mental health needs, people who live alone and people who are rough sleeping. Hot weather can increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke and can make existing health conditions worse.

Please check on vulnerable people

If you know someone who may struggle in the heat, please consider checking in with them. This may include:

People sleeping rough are at greater risk during hot weather because they may have more exposure to the sun, limited access to shade, drinking water and cool indoor spaces, and may also have existing health issues. Camden Council advises that people who are homeless or need help to look after themselves can be more at risk during hot weather.

Simple steps to stay safe in the heat

Please follow these practical steps where possible:

UKHSA advice also encourages people to plan ahead, keep themselves cool, find somewhere cool and check in with others during hot weather.

Cool spaces and water fountains in Camden

Camden has a Community Heat Resources Map showing locations of cool spaces and free drinking water fountains across the borough.

You can view the map here:
https://opendata.camden.gov.uk/Your-Council/Community-Heat-Resources-Map/3q7v-2ixf

Cool spaces are free places where people can take a break from the heat. Please check opening times and facilities before attending, as each location may be different. The Camden map also includes free drinking water fountains.

Further Camden Council advice about preparing for hot weather can be found here:
https://www.camden.gov.uk/en/preparing-for-hot-weather

Signs of heat exhaustion

Please look out for signs that someone may be affected by the heat. Symptoms of heat exhaustion can include:

If someone appears to have heat exhaustion, move them to a cool place, remove unnecessary clothing, give them cool water or a rehydration drink, and cool their skin with water or a fan. They should start to feel better within around 30 minutes.

When to call for help

Call NHS 111 if you or someone else has symptoms of heat exhaustion and you need advice or are struggling to manage the symptoms.

Call 999 immediately if you think someone may have heatstroke. Heatstroke is a medical emergency and can be life threatening.

Signs of heatstroke can include:

NHS advice about heat exhaustion and heatstroke can be found here:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-exhaustion-heatstroke/

Please share this advice

Please share this message with family, friends, neighbours and community groups. A quick check on someone who is vulnerable could make a real difference.

Stay safe, keep cool and look out for each other.