Bin collection warning issued for Oxfordshire households

With the hot weather returning to the UK this week, West Oxfordshire District Council has warned some bin collections may be brought forward to earlier in the day.

The authority says this will allow crews to carry out their work safely while avoiding the hottest part of the day.

Temperatures are expected to climb back up to 30C on select days next week, with the government issuing a heat health warning.

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A spokesman for the council said: “To ensure your waste is collected, we kindly ask residents to place their bins out the night before their scheduled collection day, or by no later than 6am.

“You can check your collection day online: https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/…/check-your-collection-day/

“These temporary changes are determined by our waste contractor and are typically introduced during prolonged periods of high temperatures.

“We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping to keep our crews safe during warmer weather.”

An amber heat warning has been issued by the Met Office, scheduled for Monday, June 22 from 1am until 23.59pm on Tuesday, June 23.

The Met Office said: “Adverse health effects are likely to be experienced by those vulnerable to extreme heat”.

The forecaster also said motorists may see delays on roads plus anyone travelling by rail or air could also find journeys take longer.