The Met Office has issued a rare Red Extreme Heat Warning for parts of England and Wales from 9:00am on Wednesday 24 June until 9:00pm on Thursday 25 June 2026, with temperatures potentially reaching 38°C to 40°C in some areas. For residents living in apartment blocks and managed estates, staying safe during a heatwave is not only about personal precautions. It is also about looking after neighbours, using communal spaces responsibly and reporting building-related concerns quickly.