Heatwave Plan for England 2008 May 14, 2008
Posted by western4uk in Grey Literature.Tags: Disaster Planning, Grey Literature, NHS, Residential Care, Social Services, Weather
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The Heatwave Plan for England 2008 is published today on a day of blazing sunshine, so that should put paid to a summer in the UK. Its purpose is to enhance resilience in the event of a heatwave. It is an important component of overall emergency planning; and will become increasingly relevant in adapting to the impact of climate change.
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Heatwave: supporting vulnerable people before and during a heatwave - advice for care home managers and staff where people are especially at risk during a heatwave. The effects of heat occur rapidly, and to be effective, preparatory action has to be taken before the beginning of June. This factsheet details necessary preparations.
Heatwave: a guide to looking after yourself and others during hot weather providing useful information and advice on the hazards of a heatwave, how to recognise the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and how to deal with the effects of too much heat.
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