The rare heat alert will remain in place for four days, from 12pm today, June 19, until 9am on Monday, June 23.
Brits urged not to use ovens between 11am and 3pm for next three days (Image: Getty)
Households in the UK have been urged not to use ovens between 11am and 3pm for the next few days as as 34C heatwave hits some parts of the country. The Met Office has forecast that parts of the UK will bake at 34C on Saturday, with a rare red heat health alert issued, before temperatures dip slightly on Sunday.
As the mercury levels rise to the sweltering level, experts have detailed a few ways to keep the house cool during the hot weather. Experts from Art Windows and Doors suggested that people should not use the oven during the peak hours. According to the Met Office, the UV rays are strongest between 11am and 3pm and can severely impact many people
Temperature levels are likely to rise to 34C in some parts of the UK (Image: Getty)
The experts explained: “Avoid using ovens or heat-generating appliances during peak hours, as they will add extra heat.”
The rare heat alert will remain in place for four days, from 12pm today, June 19, until 9am on Monday, June 23, when temperatures are forecst to dip slightly.
It has been issued for the North East, North West, Yorkshire and The Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East and South West.
Deputy Chief Meteorologist, Dan Holley, said: “The highest temperatures from this hot spell are forecast for Saturday, with low 30s Celsius fairly widely across England, and up to 34C possible in eastern areas. Despite this, the more uncomfortable heat will be in northern and western areas initially, where despite somewhat lower temperatures the air will be more humid.
British Gas previously warned: “Using the oven or hob can create extra warmth so instead of unnecessarily heating up your kitchen, take advantage of warm summer evenings in the garden instead. Fire up the BBQ or throw together a healthy summer salad.
“Wear loose, lightweight clothing made of natural fibres like cotton and linen. Use an icepack, chilled hot water bottle or cold cloth on your wrists and feet for an instant cold hit.
“And if it’s really stuffy inside, consider a dehumidifier. It’ll pull the moisture out of the air and let your skin breathe better.”
