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The temperatures are hot, and with them set to stay as we go into the weekend, we wanted to give you advice on ways you can stay safe. Most importantly, start by looking after yourselves by keeping cool, hydrated, and putting on sun cream. If you have vulnerable loved ones, or neighbours, please remember to check on them. Wildfires Please take care when out in our parks, grasslands and countryside to help us avoid any further wildfires this summer. Extinguish cigarettes completely. Never throw the ends onto the ground or out of car windows Take all litter home with you, especially cigarette butts, matches and glass bottles Only light fires and BBQs in safe, designated areas. If in doubt, bring a picnic instead See fire or smoke? Call 999 immediately, ask for the fire service, and try to give an exact location Dogs in hot cars Walk dogs early or late when the ground is coolerPlease don’t leave animals in your car on a hot day. At 28 degrees outside, it takes just 15 mins to hit 41 degrees inside, and they are at risk of fatal heatstroke. If you see a dog in distress, please call 999. The police will smash car windows to free them if they think their health is at risk and their owners can't be foundOpen water Heading out to the beach or to one of our local beauty spots to enjoy the sunshine? Only enter the water with sufficient supervision – check if a lifeguard is on duty Weather can affect the water – check forecasts and tides before you head out Never mix alcohol and swimming Wear recommended safety equipment, such as lifejackets Get out of the water as soon as you begin to feel cold If someone is in difficulty, encourage them to float and call 999 for help – if you are inland ask for the fire service, if you are at the coast ask for the coastguard Read more on water safety from Surrey Fire and Rescue Service here: Water safety (Surrey Fire and Rescue) - Surrey County CouncilRemember, stay cool, and stay safe. |
