Warning to anyone thinking of heading to the coast during heatwave
manchestereveningnews.co.ukAs the country braces itself for record-breaking temperatures people are being urged to think twice before heading to the beach as conditions can be even more extreme at the coast.
Sefton Council has issued a warning to those planning on visiting the Merseyside coastline during the next few days. Although a trip to the seaside may seem like a good way to cool off during the hot weather, the Local Authority is advising people to be careful and prepare for the heat as beaches such as Formby and Crosby offer little shade and protection from the sun.
The extreme heat can also cause health problems such as exhaustion and heatstroke, with those with underlying health conditions, or who are young or old particularly vulnerable.
The council is also reminding people to protect themselves against harmful UV rays and to avoid long exposure to the sun, the Liverpool Echo reports.
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