Extreme Weather Guidance issued

June 23, 2026

THE ECB Safety in Cricket Team  have refreshed their Extreme Weather Guidance for the Recreational Game.

The guidance comes in light of the extreme weather warnings that have been issued for this week.

There are no substantiative changes from the previous Extreme Heat Guidance, but the ECB have provided practical steps that can be taken to assess and enhance the welfare of all individuals involved in cricket.

These are as follows:

  • Check forecasts, Heat-Health Alerts, UV levels, air quality and local ground conditions before training or matches, including mapping the shade at your ground, stillness, humidity and heat reflected from the ground.
  • Plan ahead for hot weather, including water, shade, cooling aids, longer drinks breaks and welfare checks for players, officials, volunteers and spectators.
  • Consider changing start times, shortening activity, suspending play or postponing/rearranging fixtures where heat, humidity or local conditions create welfare concerns.
  • Pay particular attention to people at greater risk in the heat, including young children, older adults and those with existing health conditions.
  • Monitor for signs of heat-related illness, including tiredness, dizziness, headache, nausea, excessive sweating, cramps, fast breathing or heartbeat, confusion or collapse.
  • Treat suspected heatstroke as a medical emergency and seek immediate medical help.
  • Encourage sun protection, including SPF 30+ sunscreen, regular reapplication, hats, sunglasses, lightweight clothing and provision of shade.
  • If thunder or lightning is present, stop activity and get everyone indoors immediately. Do not delay to cover pitches or move equipment. Follow the 30/30 rule.

The full guidelines are available by clicking here

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