FIRE chiefs are urging people to stay safe around open water as temperatures soar.
Weather forecasters say Staffordshire could see thermometers hit 30 degrees this week.
But as Water Safety Week also takes place, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are urging people to take care when considering cooling down.
A spokesperson said:
“As the weather begins to warm up, we would like to remind people of the dangers of open water.
“The water is often a lot colder than you expect which can make it hard to move, there may be hidden currents and there is no way of knowing what hazards lie beneath the surface.
“I would also like to remind people of the benefits of the What 3 Words app, which gave us a precise location in this incident.
“Parents should take time to talk to their children about water safety so that they understand the risks, look out for their friends and know what to do in an emergency.”
