Safety warnings issued after nine die in UK water incidents during heatwave
The UK is facing a severe heatwave, leading to safety warnings after nine water-related deaths. The Royal Life Saving Society has highlighted the increased risk of drowning, particularly among teenagers and young children. Authorities are urging families to be cautious around water during these extreme temperatures.
- ▪Nine people have died in water incidents across the UK during the recent heatwave.
- ▪The Royal Life Saving Society warns that air temperatures above 25 deg C significantly increase drowning risks.
- ▪Most of the recent drowning victims were teenagers or young children, prompting safety alerts from authorities.
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Safety warnings issued after nine die in UK water incidents during heatwaveSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxA person walks along the beach in Blackpool, Britain. The UK is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 35 deg Celsius.PHOTO: EPAPublished May 28, 2026, 03:30 AMUpdated May 28, 2026, 03:30 AMLONDON - The UK’s Royal Life Saving Society on May 27 issued warnings on water safety after nine people died in the sea, rivers and lakes during days of record-breaking hot weather.May 26 saw the records for the hottest day in May broken in England and Wales, with temperatures reaching 35.1 deg C at Kew Gardens near London.Seven of the nine water-related deaths reported by police in England and Wales since May 24 have involved teenagers or…
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