Weather guidance and alerts

Hot weather guidance

Guidance for educational professionals and early years providers on supporting children during periods of hot weather - essential advice for individuals caring for children on mitigating health risks associated with high temperatures.

Essential health guidance and action cards for hot weather: City and Hackney - extreme heat can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke, and is linked to excess deaths, particularly from respiratory and cardiovascular causes. Vulnerable groups include the elderly (75+), children under 4, those with long-term health conditions, outdoor workers, and individuals in unstable housing.

Weather-Health Alerting system - register for timely alerts to help prepare for and manage changing weather conditions.

Cold weather guidance

Winter planning for schools and early years settings - resource that supports settings in cold weather risks to health.