'Just simple things': Kildare garda urges people to be careful and responsible during heatwave
Temperatures are expected to hit a high of 31°C on Thursday, June 25, 2026
A member of An Garda Síochána who is based in County Kildare has urged people to exercise caution and to be responsible during the current hot spell of weather.
Garda Mo Nerney made the appeal during a recent guest appearance on KFM.
Speaking to host Hannah Kelly, she said that while it was great to see the warm weather, she also stressed that tomorrow (Thursday, June 25, 2026) ‘could potentially be the hottest day of the year’ (Temperatures are expected to hit a high of 31°C).
Gda Nerney said that she wanted people to exercise caution, especially at bodies of water located at beaches, rivers, and canals.
“Only swim in supervised areas,” Gda Nerney added.
She also pointed out: “Unfortunately, when the good weather comes, we often see a rise in drownings”.
Moreover, Gda Nurney emphasised to never leave anyone, especially children and pets, unattended inside cars.
Gda Nurney further noted that it was important to stay hydrated during the heatwave, and to also exercise caution around fire pits and barbecues.
She concluded: “[These are] just simple things, to mind each other.”