Wiltshire Council has announced an important change to bin collections as Wiltshire is hit by extreme heat.
With temperatures forecast to reach nearly 40 degrees in parts of Wiltshire on Wednesday, June 24, and Thursday, June 25, a red weather warning has been issued by the Met Office.
The hot weather has already sparked disruption to schools, travel, businesses and events across the county.
Wiltshire Council has warned residents that new measures will be in place to keep bin collections going throughout the heatwave.
Collection crews will be starting their work earlier in order to keep them safe throughout the week.
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As a result, residents have been advised to put their bins out before 6am on collection day to ensure that they are emptied.
A spokesperson for the council said: “Due to the extreme hot weather, crews are starting earlier to stay safe and keep services running smoothly.
“Please make sure your bins are out before 6am on your collection day.
“Thank you for your support.”
An amber weather warning for extreme heat remains in place on Tuesday and the red weather warning will kick in from Wednesday.
Temperatures should begin to drop from Friday, June 26.
