Helpline sees surge in seniors suffernig in stifling homes

The Very Hot Weather Warning is still in force as temperatures in multiple districts soars to 35 degrees Celsius.

The Senior Citizen Home Safety Association reminds the elderly to switch on fans and air conditioning at night to prevent heatstroke.

Temperatures will remain high, hovering around 35 degrees tomorrow.

Samantha Li has more.

Hong Kong remains extremely hot as an upper-air anticyclone is bringing a heatwave to the city.

As the mercury climbed at noon, joggers were seen struggling under the scorching sun at the Kwun Tong Promenade.

Protecting your skin from getting burned is the priority.

Ice cream is a good idea too.

Hitting the swimming pool is another popular escape.

Temperatures hit 35 degrees Celsius or above across multiple areas this afternoon.

Tai Po and Yuen Long reached 36 degrees, while Sheung Shui topped 37 degrees.

Hong Kong has recorded five consecutive "hot nights" -- where minimum temperatures are at least 28 degrees.

The Senior Citizen Home Safety Association reports their emergency hotline handled 1,912 calls for help on Tuesday, an 8% spike compared to normal days.

Maura Wong, CEO of the association says many elderly residents try to save money on air conditioning and fans out of fear of expensive electricity bills.

She urges seniors not to switch everything off at night, as nighttime heat may trigger sudden health complications.

The Observatory says temperature will hover around 35 degrees Friday, with the New Territories a couple of degrees higher.

However, scattered showers and thunderstorms will come later in the day, persisting through the weekend.