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Public Health Wales

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Public Health Wales

@PublicHealthW

We are the national public health agency in Wales. Cymraeg: @IechydCyhoeddus

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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Jan 23, 2025
🌧️ Amber wind warnings are in place for North Wales on Friday, with Yellow wind warnings in place for the rest of Wales. 🏠 Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them.
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Jun 25
We know it’s hot, but don’t jump straight into cold water Cold water shock can hit in seconds (even during a heatwave!) ➡️ Step in slowly ➡️ Let your body adjust ➡️ Avoid jumping or diving straight in
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Jun 25
Do you know the signs of heatstroke? 🥵 With a weather warning still in place, it’s important to be aware of what to look out for 👇 ⚠️ If someone has signs of heatstroke, call 999 immediately.
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Jun 24
A red weather warning for extreme heat is in place across Wales⚠️☀️ Take extra care and check in on older relatives, neighbours and anyone who may be more affected by the heat ⬇️
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Jun 24
🕒Seek shade between 11am and 3pm 👍Wear SPF 30+ sunscreen 😎Cover up with a hat, sunglasses and loose clothing 🥤Drink plenty of water 🌊Avoid jumping into open water to cool off - remember to enter the water slowly to reduce the risk of cold-water shock
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Jan 8
⚠️❄️ Weather warnings for snow and ice have been issued across Wales. Here are some tips to keep well 👇: 🤝Check in on loved ones and neighbours. 🏡Stay indoors if you don’t need to go out. 🧤Wear plenty of thin layers. ☕Have plenty of hot drinks and food throughout the day.
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Dec 8, 2025
⚠️Severe rain and flood warnings across Wales⚠️ Look out for neighbours and loved ones if you're able to. Stay out of floodwater - even shallow water can be dangerous or contaminated. Follow advice from @NatResWales, your local council & emergency services for the latest updates.
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Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru | Natural Resources Wales
@NatResWales
Nov 30, 2025
Replying to @NatResWales
Check flood risk in your area and sign up for warnings Check the latest forecast Consider re-scheduling your journey - don’t drive or walk through flood water Think about preparing for flooding and take precautions where possible Review your flood plan and taking action
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Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru | Natural Resources Wales
@NatResWales
Nov 30, 2025
Heavy rainfall tonight (Sunday) and through Monday is expected to bring flooding to large parts of Wales. Currently there 38 Flood Alerts. Find out how to prepare for flooding: orlo.uk/C84uw
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Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru | Natural Resources Wales
@NatResWales
Nov 30, 2025
Replying to @NatResWales
We also expect the heavy rain to cause surface water issues. The Met Office has issued an Amber warning for rain for South Wales between 12am and 11.59pm on Monday, December 1.
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Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru | Natural Resources Wales
@NatResWales
Nov 30, 2025
Be vigilant and prepared as heavy rainfall is expected to lead to flooding and disruption. With rivers already swollen and the ground saturated, we expect a number of flood alerts and warnings to be issued from later on this evening and into the early hours of Monday, December 1.
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Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru | Natural Resources Wales
@NatResWales
Nov 30, 2025
Replying to @NatResWales
Register for NRW’s free flood warning service at orlo.uk/tXHvi or by calling Floodline on 0345 988 1188. Check the flood warning pages on NRW’s website for local Flood Alerts and Flood Warnings. These are updated every 15 minutes.
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Met Office
@metoffice
Nov 29, 2025
⚠️⚠️ AMBER weather warning issued ⚠️⚠️ Rain across south Wales 00:00 Monday until 23:59 Monday Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
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Public Health Wales
@PublicHealthW
Nov 17, 2025
⚠️ Storm Claudia update If you’re cleaning up, please take care: • Avoid floodwater - if you must go in, wear waterproof gloves/boots • Don’t use flooded electricals • Never use generators indoors • Feeling unwell after contact? Call NHS 111 More: phw.nhs.wales/news/public-he…
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