Swindonians are being told to prepare themselves for sweltering temperatures forecast this week.
With schools breaking-up this week for the summer holidays the mercury is set to breakthrough 30C and England’s chief nurse is urging people to check on their families and neighbours during the hot weather.
Tuesday morning will start off around 19C at 9am before rising into the 30’s by the afternoon peaking at 32C
Wednesday is expected to peak at 29C before Thursday again seeing temperatures in the 30’s with forecasts indicating a high of 33C .
Met Office spokesman Emma Smith said: “On Thursday, there is a chance it could become even warmer. The current highest July temperature since records began in 1910 is 36.7C recorded at Heathrow on July 1, 2015.
“There is a possibility the record could be broken – although we are forecasting a more widespread maximum temperature of 33C (91.4F) that day. It depends on how quickly thunderstorms move in, bringing cooler air.”
Ruth May, chief nursing officer for England, said people should take care as temperatures rise, while Asthma UK urged sufferers to keep up their medication.
“It’s really important to take simple precautions like drinking plenty of water, using high-factor sunscreen and remembering to take allergy medication if you need it – as is making sure to check in on neighbours and loved ones who can suffer the most from heat and pollen,” Ms May said.
