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Advice and support for heatwaves

Practical tips to stay cool and safe during a heatwave

Extreme heat events are happening more often in Westminster.

People can experience heat stress when the temperature is about  26oC  and above. This depends on many things such as your age, health surroundings and behaviour.

Therefore, it’s important to adopt behaviours which are ‘heat-smart’ during the warmer months, no matter your age or health status.

Published: 19 June 2025

Last updated: 20 June 2025