Heart reporter Alexander Stevanovic was at Bewl Water in Lamberhurst to interview Operations Manager Kevin Parker on Friday (June 17), which was declared the hottest day of the year so far.
The pair discussed the heatwave and the effect it has on tourism at the beauty spot, which is owned by Elite Leisure Collection, owner of One Media who publishes the Times, as well as the effect the boiling temperatures has on the reservoir – the largest stretch of open water in the South East.
Elsewhere, the parks and Common in Tunbridge Wells were busy as people took advantage of the Mediterranean type temperatures.
But as the mercury last week shot up across the county, Kent County Council’s Director of Public Health Dr Anjan Ghosh did offer a warning.
In a video message he said: “There’s beautiful weather around us and it’s going to get warmer. I’m here to give you a few tips about how to stay safe and stay healthy when it does get warmer.
“Keep cool, stay hydrated and be prepared.”
He added: “Stay hydrated and drink plenty of fluids. Be prepared. Avoid travelling when it’s really hot.
“If you do need to travel, take common sense precautions like taking water along with you, putting on sunscreen, wearing sunglasses and wearing loose clothing that’s comfortable for you and stay safe.”
