An Amber health warning has been issued for the South East until Friday (August 14)

Today (August 11) government officials have issued an amber health warning for the South East till Friday.

This comes after temperatures are set to reach mid-30s across the county this week.

With the temperatures set to be high and no predicted chance of rain, the UK's Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is warning of the significant impacts on health and social care services.

Today (August 11) government officials have issued an amber health warning for the South East till Friday. This comes after temperatures are set to reach mid-30s across the county this week.(Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP via Getty Images)

placeholder image — Today (August 11) government officials have issued an amber health warning for the South East till Friday. This comes after temperatures are set to reach mid-30s across the county this week.(Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP via Getty Images)

They warn that the high temperatures bring many risks, including a rise in deaths for those over 65, the heat affecting the ability of the workforce to deliver services and indoor environments overheating.

Warnings surrounding water-related incidents remain, highlighting the risks from cold‑water shock and drowning.

For more information visit the NHS site.