Britons are being urged to do the 'neighbourly thing' and check on people who may be more vulnerable as the UK braces for potentially record-breaking temperatures
Fire and rescue services and water service companies that operate reservoirs have issued warnings to those wanting to swim outside during the heatwave.
Avon Fire and Rescue has warned against swimming in lakes, ponds or rivers, while Bristol Water has warned about"strong underwater currents" at its Cheddar Reservoir. It comes as West Yorkshire Police were called to a report for a concern for safety on Saturday in relation to a person in the water at Ardsley Reservoir.Elsewhere, a body has been located in Salford Quays after Greater Manchester Police received a report of a person getting into difficulty in the water on Saturday evening.Meanwhile, train companies have warned of disruption and cancellations when the heat peaks due to factors such as reduced speed limits.
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