☀️🔥 Sussex is bracing for a potentially dangerous blast of heat — with temperatures heading towards 37C and health officials warning that the impact could be felt across the community.

🌡️ An amber heat-health alert has been issued across Sussex as temperatures are forecast to reach the mid-30s this week, with warnings of increased health risks, wildfire danger and pressure on NHS services.

The heatwave is set to continue, with hot and dry conditions expected across Sussex as forecasters warn rain remains in short supply.

West Sussex firefighters are urging people to take extra care outdoors as soaring temperatures increase the risk of wildfires.

Should Newhaven's West Beach be reopened to the public? Calls are growing to bring the long-closed beach into public ownership after two reported break-ins during the recent heatwave.

Train operators are warning passengers in Sussex not to travel unless essential as a rare red extreme heat warning brings temperatures close to 40°C across the South East.

🐶☀️ Dogs Trust Shoreham is urging Sussex pet owners to rethink walks during the hot weather, warning that scorching pavements and high temperatures could put dogs at risk of serious illness. #Sussex #DogSafety #Heatwave

Parts of Sussex could see temperatures soar to around 26°C on Wednesday as a brief spell of very warm weather peaks across the South East.