When the weather is hot find out some great ways to keep cool

Ways To Keep Cool In The Heatwave

Norfolk & North Suffolk Is In Another Heatwave

We have tried to find some ways to try and help keep you cool
If you are not lucky to have air-conditioning how can you keep cool?

Do you have any tips for keeping cool when the weather is hot?
Share them with us below and we will feature your tips here to share with everyone else.

  • Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm - the hottest part of the day
  • If you go outside, wear long, light cotton clothing
  • Don’t forget sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
  • If you can, avoid sport, exercise and strenuous outdoor work in the hottest parts of the day
  • Drink plenty of fluids – avoid drinking excess alcohol & caffeine
  • Take plenty of water with you when travelling
  • Don’t leave pets or passengers in a parked vehicle
  • Keep your home cool – close windows and doors in the day to keep warmer air out. Open windows at night when the outside temperature cools
  • You can also close curtains and blinds facing the sun to help keep temperatures lower
  • Please check on vulnerable relatives and neighbours to see if they need any support.

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