'Enjoy the hot weather but stay safe' is the message from Cornwall Council's Public Health team as temperatures continue to soar across the county.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office have issued a Level 3 heat-health alert for Cornwall and the South West.

It will be in place until 9am on Friday, July 15th, with warm weather forecast across the country throughout the course of next week.

Rachel Wigglesworth, Director of Public Health for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, said: "Most of us enjoy the hot weather but it is important to keep yourself hydrated and to find shade where possible when UV rays are strongest, between 11am and 3pm.

"To avoid sunburn and heatstroke it is also a good idea to use factor 30 or higher suncream and reapply regularly, especially if you have gone in the water. Remember too that a breeze might cool you down but it will not stop UV rays from burning you.

"If you have vulnerable family, friends and neighbours, make sure they are aware of how they can keep themselves protected from the worst of the heat."

More information on the common signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke are available on the NHS website.