The Met Office has upgraded its weather warnings to red for the Harrogate district on Monday and Tuesday next week.
Temperatures are set to rise as high as 38C in the early part of the week, before dropping rapidly from Wednesday onwards.
The warmer weather begins tomorrow, with highs of 24C, rising to 30C on Sunday. A previous amber weather warning has been upgraded to red, meaning there is a risk to health among the general population, not just the most vulnerable.
A spokesperson for the Met Office said:
“Exceptional, perhaps record-breaking, temperatures are likely on Monday, then again on Tuesday.
“Nights are also likely to be exceptionally warm for the UK, especially in urban areas. This is likely to lead to widespread impacts on people and infrastructure.”
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The forecast has prompted some event organisers across the Harrogate district to make changes to their plans.
At St Michael’s Hospice on Hornbeam Park, Harrogate, an open garden event on Sunday has been brought forward to the morning rather than later in the day as the heat increases, and organisers are reminding visitors to bring sun hats and sunscreen.
A spokesperson said:
“While the beautiful warm weather looks set to continue, there is plenty of shady areas, lots of water available and – while stocks last – free ice cream and ice lollies to cool you down, thanks to the charity’s corporate supporters Froneri.
“Drop in any time between 10am and 12 to see stunning views and garden areas, enjoy refreshments and a mindful moment. Entry is free, however do bring some cash as there will also be a raffle and a plant sale.”
Harrogate Borough Council is also considering changing the location of an event on Sunday evening. A spokesperson said:
“We are looking at the best location for the open air theatre in the Valley Gardens on Sunday to ensure there is shade available under trees.”
Meanwhile, care homes are being given advice by North Yorkshire County Council to keep their residents well during the high temperatures.
Cllr Michael Harrison, executive member for health and adult services, told the Stray Ferret:
“We have got regular communication with all of our care homes. We’ve about 225 care homes in North Yorkshire and we make sure from a public health perspective that we give various messages about keeping out of the sun, drinking lots of fluids and being more concerned about the welfare of people.
“That’s not only in care settings – it’s also for people to look out for their next door neighbours and other vulnerable people.”
