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Extreme heat warning issued for Devon

Amber weather alert in place until Thursday

The Met Office has issued its first ever extreme heat warning, in place from Monday afternoon through to Thursday night.

High temperatures are expected both by day and by night, peaking Thursday before temperatures fall on Friday.

What to expect:

  • Adverse health effects are likely to be experienced by those vulnerable to extreme heat
  • The wider population are likely to experience some adverse health effects including sunburn or heat exhaustion (dehydration, nausea, fatigue) and other heat related illnesses
  • More people are likely to visit coastal areas, lakes and rivers leading to an increased risk of water safety incidents
  • Some changes in working practices and daily routines likely to be required
  • An increased chance that some heat-sensitive systems and equipment may fail, leading to power cuts and the loss of other services to some homes and businesses
  • Some delays to road, rail and air travel are possible, with potential for welfare issues for those who experience prolonged delays

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