A heatwave means temperatures of 25°C or more for 3 consecutive days.
Latest heatwave information
Red warning of extreme heat and heat-health alert issued.
The Met Office has issued a red warning of extreme heat for Surrey, in addition to a red heat-health alert issued for the south east by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
These are in place on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 June, with an amber warning and alert issued for Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 June.
The Met Office says: “an exceptional spell of hot and humid weather is expected across this region, with impacts to the general population highly likely”.
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Hot weather can be dangerous, especially for older people, young children and those with health problems. Combined with air pollution, it can also worsen breathing problems or heart conditions.
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Cool places in Woking borough
Cool spaces are indoor venues that help reduce health risks during hot weather. They are not meant to provide medical care or support to vulnerable people. Instead, they offer:
- shelter from the sun
- free water
- a place to cool down
- resting areas
You can ask a staff member for help in getting free water at the following locations:
Refill Woking: free water bottle refill stations
Did you know you can refill your water bottle for free throughout the borough?
Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to beat the heat. Bring a water bottle with you when you are out in Woking. There are many locations in the borough where you can fill it up for free.
Use the smartphone Refill app to find free drinking water around Woking. Whether grabbing coffee or shopping, Refill helps reduce plastic waste.
Advice on keeping cool during hot days
Anyone can become unwell if they get too hot. Yet, some people are at a higher risk of serious illness.
Health Surrey provides useful information on staying safe in hot weather.
Go to summer advice – Healthy Surrey
Surrey County Council services and heatwave advice
Surrey County Council provide key services for the community which may be affected by a heatwave, including:
- schools
- adult social care
- roads
- buses