Drivers urged to remove 4 items from car before Sunday
Brits are being told to urgently clear out their cars before Sunday, as the UK prepares to bake , with temperatures soaring to 34°C in some areas. The Met Office has confirmed that a powerful heatwave building over the weekend and peaking early next week will bring the hottest temperatures of the year so far, especially across South-east England and East Anglia.
But it’s not just our health at risk, parked cars can turn into ovens, with interior temperatures easily surpassing 60°C, causing everyday items to explode, melt or become dangerous.
1. MedicationMany medications lose potency or become unsafe above 25°C. Life-saving drugs like EpiPens, insulin or antibiotics can be rendered useless or even harmful if left in hot vehicles. Check labels carefully and take all medication with you.
2. Fizzy drinksCans and cartons expand and can explode in extreme heat, coating your upholstery in a sticky mess. Even sealed drinks are at risk, experts urge motorists to clear out all beverages before the weekend.
3. MobilePhones left in hot cars can overheat, suffer battery damage, or even catch fire. The warning message “iPhone needs to cool down” is no joke, intense heat can permanently warp internals. Never leave devices on the dashboard or seats.
4. SunglassesPlastic frames and lenses can warp, crack, or discolour when left in the sun. Designer pairs are especially vulnerable. Store them in the glove box or take them with you.
Mike Silverstone, Deputy Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office, said: “Higher temperatures building over the weekend and into early next week will bring particularly warm, hot or even very hot conditions for some, especially in the southeast and East Anglia.”
He added: “By the weekend, an area of high pressure will be intensifying. Temperatures could exceed 30°C on Sunday and climb to around 34°C on Monday.”
The UK Health Security Agency has issued Amber and Yellow Heat-Health Alerts for England, warning of risks to vulnerable people and strain on healthcare services.
Daily Express
