⚠️ HOT WEATHER SAFETY ALERT – WATER & FIRE RISKS ⚠️

With temperatures rising, please take extra care around water and fire risks. Small actions can save lives.

🌊 Stay Water Safe:

- Even in hot weather, water can be dangerously cold — cold water shock is a real risk [rnli.org]

- Swim at lifeguarded locations where possible and know your limits [rnli.org]

- Always supervise children near water

- If you get into trouble: Float to Live and call for help

- In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard
 

🔗 More advice:

- RNLI Water Safety: https://rnli.org/safety [rnli.org]
- HM Coastguard Safety Tips: https://hmcoastguard.uk/coast [hmcoastguard.uk]
 

🔥 Reduce Fire Risk:

- Dry grass and vegetation can ignite quickly in hot weather [london-fire.gov.uk]

- Avoid disposable BBQs in parks or open spaces

- Never drop cigarettes—ensure they are fully extinguished

- Take litter home, especially glass which can start fires

- Report fires immediately and do not attempt to tackle them yourself
 

🔗 More advice:

- London Fire Brigade (Wildfire / Grass Fire Safety): https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/grass-and-wildfires/ [london-fire.gov.uk]

- GOV.UK Outdoor Fire Safety: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-outdoors/fire-safety-outdoors-accessible-version [gov.uk]
 

✅ Let’s all enjoy the warm weather safely and look out for one another.