People across Derby & Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Nottingham & Nottinghamshire are being encouraged to take simple steps to stay well as temperatures are forecast to rise steadily throughout the week.
UKHSA have issued an Amber Heat Health Alert for the East Midlands from 9am on 8 July to 9pm on Sunday 12 July. This means that significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures.
Please see below for more information and tips to help you stay safe.
Keep yourself and other safe