The Met Office has extended its amber extreme heat warning into Sunday morning for parts of central and eastern England, including Sussex.
The warning covers Brighton, Arundel, Steyning, Haywards Heath, Uckfield, Seaford, Polegate, Eastbourne, Bexhill, Hastings, Battle, Heathfield, Robertsbridge, and Crowborough.
Friends Joanna, Elesa, Diane, Kara, Maria and Zara on Brighton Beach (Image: The Argus/Andrew Gardner)
Chichester in West Sussex is the only place in Sussex not included in the extended warning.
The fresh warnings come after the UK provisionally set a new maximum temperature record for June, with 37.3°C recorded at Santon Downham in Suffolk on Friday.
Met Office chief forecaster Andy Page said: “Friday marks the peak of the heatwave in terms of temperatures and the third consecutive day of record-breaking June heat.
“This exceptional heat has been unprecedented for June and is another marker on how climate change is shifting the dial on temperature extremes in the UK.”
A change in weather is on the horizon, with fresher air arriving from the west.
Dan Harris, Met Office chief forecaster, said: “While many in the UK will already be noticing a drop in temperatures, those in eastern England especially are in for another uncomfortably warm and humid night on Saturday, prolonging the potential for health-related impacts.”
A mix of cloud, sun, and rain is expected into next week, offering relief after the intense heat.
With the current record-breaking temperatures, the Met Office will begin its standard verification process before confirming any new national records.
Samantha Hughes, RNLI national water safety partner, reminded the public of the dangers of entering cold water during hot weather.
Ms Hughes said: “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.”
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