Police take “extremely excessive” variety of calls in heatwave

West Mercia Police has reported an extremely excessive quantity of 999 and 101 calls through the heatwave and is urging the general public to solely use these traces for real emergencies to assist operators reply as rapidly as doable.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police mentioned: “The heatwave is making our cellphone traces red-hot.

“Our 999 and 101 groups are going through an extremely excessive quantity of calls.

“To assist us reply pressing calls as rapidly as probably, we want your assist to ensure you’re dialling the correct quantity for the correct purpose.”

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The drive reminded residents that 999 is just for emergencies, corresponding to against the law in progress, somebody in rapid hazard, or a danger to life.

The general public ought to use the 101 line for non-emergencies or to report crimes which have already occurred.

West Mercia Police additionally inspired residents to make use of its web site to report non-urgent incidents on-line, decreasing name centre stress.

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The spokesperson added: “Thanks for serving to us preserve the traces free for individuals who want us probably the most.

“Examine in your weak neighbours, keep hydrated, slap on the sunscreen, look out for one another, and benefit from the solar safely.”

Residents are additionally reminded to make use of the right companies for points corresponding to noise complaints, water leaks, or medical recommendation to keep away from pointless calls to the police.

The Met Workplace has issued a purple climate warning for Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25 as a consequence of excessive warmth.