Five children are known to have drowned in the recent hot weather.

Police were called on several separate occasions, including to the River Ribble in Lancashire, where the body of a 12-year-old boy was recovered last night.

Experts are warning of the dangers of swimming in areas with no lifeguard, like reservoirs and rivers.

A number of youths were spotted trying to launch themselves from Hampton Court Bridge over the bank holiday weekend.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Crew Commander Rich has given this advice.