Temperatures are rising quickly in Plymouth today. A hosepipe ban has commenced. All schools have locked their doors to keep children safe. The heat made the council advise bars to limit alcohol sales. The ban stops non-essential water use outside. That means no garden watering or car washing with hoses.
More hot weather is heading this way. Humidity is increasing too. Thunderstorms may arrive soon but the heat is still rising. Experts tell people to drink lots of water and remain indoors until late afternoon. Temperatures will worsen before they improve.