People are being advised to take protective measures as temperatures today are likely to reach 30C in some parts of Leinster and Munster.
Tomorrow is expected to also be a hot and sunny day, with highest temperatures generally between 25C to 30C, possibly reaching the low 30s in a few inland spots.
Yesterday saw the highest August temperature in Ireland since 2003, Oak Park in Carlow recorded the highest temperature yesterday at 29.2C, while Gurteen in Tipperary recorded 27.6C.
People who are vulnerable to the effects of heat need to be extra careful during the coming hot spell.
These include “older people, young children and babies”.
Signs of heat exhaustion include headache, dizziness and confusion, loss of appetite and feeling sick, fast breathing or pulse, high temperature of 38C or above and being very thirsty.
The advice is to use sun protection if going outdoors, to avoid being out between 11am – to 3pm if possible, or taking part in strenuous activities for long periods at this time of the day and to keep hydrated.
Caution is also advised for those using rivers, lakes, reservoirs or the sea to cool off.
