The London Fire Brigade (LFB) has urged people in the capital to do all they can to avoid starting fires in the unprecedented heat.
Don’t drop cigarettes out of car windows, they may land on dry grass by the roadsideDo not barbecue on balconies, the wind may carry smouldering ash towards nearby grassland
Don’t dive into open water as it’s colder than it looks. There is the risk of cold water shock, which can cause your body to go into shock no matter how fit you are. It causes panic, anxiety, disorientation and loss of muscular control, which cause you to gasp for air and as a result, inhale water. Rather than struggling, follow the RNLI advice and ‘float to live’.
In this extreme heat, please keep an eye out for vulnerable neighbours and family members and make sure to keep hydrated.LFB’s assistant commissioner for operational resilience and control, Patrick Goulbourne, said: ‘The brigade remains ready to respond to incidents.‘If you see a fire smouldering, please don’t hesitate to call us.
‘We are also strongly urging people not to have barbecues or bonfires today as the ground is incredibly dry, which means even the smallest sparks could cause a fire. ‘Please take care during the heatwave as all emergency services are facing unprecedented challenges.’
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