Health bosses have issued a number of heat alerts ahead of what is expected to be the second official heatwave of the month. Temperatures are forecast to soar to 33C in southern parts of England on Monday (June 30), with large parts of England seeing temperatures above 30C over the weekend. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a number of amber and yellow alerts ahead of the extreme temperatures, warning of an “increased risk to health” and a “rise in deaths” among vulnerable groups. The alerts cover seven regions in England. They come into force at midday on Friday (June 27) and remain in place until 6pm on Tuesday (July 1). Vulnerable groups, including those aged 65 and over or those with pre-existing health conditions, are likely to be impacted by rising temperatures, the UKHSA says. However, in areas placed under an amber alert, the health agency warns that younger people may also be impacted by rising temperatures. The Met Office expects temperatures in southeast England to peak at 26C on Friday, 28C on Saturday, 30C on Sunday and 33C on Monday. The amber heat-health alerts cover London, the South East, South West, East of England and East Midlands. The UKHSA warns that the following impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures: Yellow heat-health alerts are in place in the West Midlands and Yorkshire and The Humber, with significant impacts possible across health and social care services due to the high temperatures. There are no heat-health alerts in place across the North West and North East, where temperatures are likely to remain under 30C. Ahead of 30C temperatures forecast in mid-June, Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UKHSA, said: “Our findings shows that even moderate heat can result in serious health outcomes, especially for older adults, and it is therefore important that everyone takes sensible precautions while enjoying the sun. “The forecasted high temperatures are expected to be short-lived but could primarily impact those over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions. “If you have friends, family or neighbours who are more vulnerable, it is important to check in on them and ensure they are aware of the forecasts and are following the necessary advice.”