Met Office forecast for Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall and more as West Midlands heat health alert issued
Another UKHSA heat health alert has been issued for the West Midlands as high temperatures are forecast to continue in the region.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a new heat health alert for the West Midlands, with temperatures forecast to reach 28°C in some parts of the region.
On Wednesday (29 July), the West Midlands was declared in drought by the Environment Agency. West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service has also fought a number of grass fires in the region in recent days.
Mark Sidaway, Deputy Chief Forecaster, said: “The forecast is showing potential for more rain than much of the UK has experienced over the last few weeks.
“However, it looks as though amounts of rain for many will be fairly modest, and won't balance out the shortfall that we have recorded this summer. It’s still possible that some areas of the south will miss out and see little or no rainfall.”
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The yellow heat health alert - which has a low impact and medium likelihood - will come into force in the West Midlands at 9am on Sunday 2 August and end at 9am on Wednesday 5 August.
The alert reads: “Minor impacts are likely across health and social care services, including: increased use of healthcare services by vulnerable people. Greater risk to life of vulnerable people. Increased potential for indoor environments to become very warm. 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.
West Midlands Met Office weather forecast
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 26°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 27°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 25°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 26°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 25°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Dudley
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 26°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 24°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 21°C
Sandwell
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 27°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 25°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 27°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 25°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Codsall
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 26°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 27°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 25°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Stafford
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 26°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 24°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Kidderminster
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 27°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 28°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 26°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Bromsgrove
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 23°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 26°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 27°C
Tuesday 4 August - Cloudy, 26°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 22°C
Bewdley
Saturday 1 August - Sunny intervals, 24°C
Sunday 2 August - Sunny intervals, 26°C
Monday 3 August - Cloudy, 28°C
Tuesday 4 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Wednesday 5 August - Sunny intervals, 25°C
Thursday 6 August - Sunny intervals, 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.”