Temperatures are rising quickly in Plymouth today. A hosepipe ban has commenced. All schools have closed to keep children safe. The heat made the council warn pubs to limit alcohol sales. The ban prevents non-essential water use outside. That means no garden watering or car washing with hoses.
More hot weather is approaching. Humidity is rising too. Thunderstorms may arrive soon but the heat is still climbing. Experts tell people to drink lots of water and remain indoors until late afternoon. Temperatures will get worse before they improve.