Hot weather safety: staying cool and staying safe this summer
Heatwave alert: stay cool, stay safe and help prevent fires this summer
With hot weather continuing, we’re reminding residents to take extra care and look after themselves, their families and neighbours.
Make sure you:
- Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated
- Keep your home cool by closing curtains or blinds during the hottest parts of the day
- Check in on older or more vulnerable neighbours, friends and relatives
- Take care around open water, including balancing ponds, and never enter water to cool down
Help prevent wildfires
Dry grass, plants and open spaces can catch fire very quickly during hot weather. Please help keep your community safe by:
- Never discarding cigarettes, matches or other smoking materials on the ground
- Taking extra care when using barbecues and keeping them well away from dry grass, fences and vegetation
- Never leaving barbecues unattended
- Disposing of ashes safely once they are completely cool
- Reporting any signs of fire immediately by calling 999
Even a small spark can quickly develop into a serious fire in hot and dry conditions.
Supporting our communities
At emh, we are committed to providing safe environments for all customers. By taking sensible precautions and looking out for one another, we can help ensure everyone stays safe during the warmer weather.
For more advice on staying safe during hot weather, click here
For additional advice on open water areas in our communities, click here