Temperatures are rising quickly in Plymouth today. A hosepipe ban has started. All schools have closed to keep children safe. The heat made the council advise bars 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 increasing too. Thunderstorms may arrive soon but the heat is still rising. Experts tell people to drink lots of water and stay inside until late afternoon. Temperatures will intensify before they improve.