Heatwave advice and cool spaces in Woking borough

A heatwave means temperatures of 25°C or more for 3 consecutive days.

Both the the Met Office and the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) can issue heat and heat-health warning alerts.

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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.

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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

Go to heatwave advice – Surrey County Council

Disposable barbecues: important safety advice

The government has banned the sale of disposable barbecues because they increase the risk of wildfires during hot, dry weather.

Read the statutory guidance on disposable barbecues on GOV.UK.

Do not use disposable barbecues

Do not use disposable barbecues during the current period of hot, dry weather.

Disposable barbecues can stay hot for many hours after cooking, even when used carefully. They can ignite dry grass, vegetation and other flammable materials.