Dorset Police has issued safety advice as severe heat affects residents and visitors across the county.
A red heat health warning is in place for Dorset, with police working alongside partner organisations to help people stay safe during the hot weather and reduce pressure on emergency services.
Drivers are being asked to carry extra water in case of breakdowns and take care on roads that may be affected by high temperatures, while dog owners are warned that hot cars, tarmac and sand can quickly become dangerous.
Police said a car can reach 47 degrees Celsius within an hour when the temperature outside is 22 degrees, and people concerned about a distressed dog in a vehicle should call 999.
Beach visitors are also being reminded that coastal water has not warmed at the same rate as the air, meaning cold water shock remains a risk even for strong swimmers.
People should only swim in designated, supervised locations, keep close watch on children near open water and follow the RNLI’s float to live guidance if they get into difficulty.
Families are encouraged to agree a meeting point before going to the beach and take photographs showing what children or vulnerable relatives are wearing.
Chief Superintendent Gavin Dudfield said police had answered more than 3,000 calls to 999 and attended more than 1,000 incidents in the past 7 days.
He said people could help by making sensible choices and following official advice.
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