Bromsgrove Council activates 'severe weather emergency protocol'

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(Image: New Forest District Council)
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BROMSGROVE District Council has activated its 'severe weather emergency protocol' (SWEP) as temperatures soar across the region.

The council has confirmed that it has activated its SWEP ahead of a red warning for extreme heat, which has been issued by the Met Office, coming into effect at 9am tomorrow (Wednesday, June 24).

According to the Met Office, temperatures across the region could reach highs of 34℃ on Wednesday and 38℃ on Thursday (June 25).

The activation of the SWEP ensures that the council can provide additional support to people who may be at risk'.

The council has also confirmed that its Maggs Rough Sleeper Outreach Team are working to respond to the conditions

A spokesperson from Bromsgrove District Council said: "The council asks that if you see anyone sleeping rough, please contact thestreetlink.org.uk.

"If you see a person who has collapsed on the street, please call the Emergency Services immediately."

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