Date and time 24-hour amber heat health alert will come into force in Derbyshire as temperatures to soar

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an amber heat health alert for the East Midlands, with temperatures forecast to reach 29°C in Derbyshire.

The amber heat health alert - which has a medium impact and a medium likelihood - will be in place for the East Midlands from 9am on Wednesday 29 July to 9am on Thursday 30 July.

The alert reads: “Significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, including: a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions. There may also be impacts on younger age groups.

“Likely increased demand on all health and social care services. Internal temperatures in care settings (hospitals and care homes) may exceed the recommended threshold for clinical risk assessment. The heat affecting the ability of the workforce to deliver services. Indoor environments overheating increasing the risk to vulnerable people living independently in community and care settings.

“Issues managing medicines. Staffing issues due to external factors (for example, affecting transport). Increased demand for power exceeding capacity. Other sectors starting to observe impacts (for example, travel delays). Water‑related incidents may increase, including risks from cold‑water shock and drowning.”

Who UKHSA heat health alerts are aimed at

The heat-health alert service, which forewarns of periods of high temperatures which may affect the health of the public, is aimed at health and social care professionals and any with a role in reducing the harm extended periods of hot weather can have on health.

Met Office Derbyshire weather forecast

Chesterfield

Monday 27 July - Sunny intervals, 21°C

Tuesday 28 July - Sunny intervals, 27°C

Wednesday 29 July - Sunny intervals, 28°C

Thursday 30 July - Sunny intervals, 23°C

Friday 31 July - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Matlock

Monday 27 July - Sunny intervals, 21°C

Tuesday 28 July - Sunny intervals, 27°C

Wednesday 29 July - Sunny, 28°C

Thursday 30 July - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Friday 31 July - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Sunday 2 August - Cloudy, 22°C

Bakewell

Monday 27 July - Sunny intervals, 20°C

Tuesday 28 July - Sunny intervals, 26°C

Wednesday 29 July - Sunny, 27°C

Thursday 30 July - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Friday 31 July - Sunny intervals, 21°C

Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 21°C

Sunday 2 August - Cloudy, 22°C

Alfreton

Monday 27 July - Sunny intervals, 21°C

Tuesday 28 July - Sunny intervals, 27°C

Wednesday 29 July - Sunny, 29°C

Thursday 30 July - Sunny intervals, 23°C

Friday 31 July - Sunny intervals, 21°C

Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C

Sunday 2 August - Cloudy, 23°C

Water safety

Samantha Hughes, National Water Safety Partner at the RNLI, said: “With warmer weather approaching, it’s important to remember that the water is still cold. Entering it unexpectedly can lead to cold water shock, causing a sudden increase in breathing and heart rate, which may trigger panic.

“If you find yourself struggling in the water, remember to Float to Live: tilt your head back so your ears are submerged, relax and control your breathing. You may need to gently use your hands to help you stay afloat, and it’s ok if your legs sink—everyone floats differently.

“Where possible, always choose a lifeguarded beach, and swim between the red and yellow flags. In a coastal emergency remember to call 999 for the coastguard.”