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Drunken revellers hit the streets just days before Dry January ends as supermarkets expect alcohol sales to soar today as thirsty Brits get back on the booze

February is nearly upon us so Brits are already getting in the mood

DRY January is set to end in just a few days - but Brits who have been off the booze for a few weeks couldn't help but celebrate early.

Chaotic scenes emerged in Exeter, Devon, last night as the usual February booze surge begins a little ahead of schedule.

The town centre in Exeter, Devon, was bidding Dry January farewell last night
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The town centre in Exeter, Devon, was bidding Dry January farewell last nightCredit: Fame Flynet

It is estimated that two million Brits gave up alcohol this month to take part is Dry January.

Typically, the last weekend of January is when we give in - with the last Sunday of January 2016 seeing booze sales account for 14 per cent of the entire month.

And pictures from last night show this year is likely to be no different.

One younger reveller appears to be throwing up in the street
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One younger reveller appears to be throwing up in the streetCredit: Fame Flynet
A man appears to be relieving himself in the street after a few drinks
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A man appears to be relieving himself in the street after a few drinksCredit: Fame Flynet

Judith Batchelar, Director of Sainsbury’s Brand, said to surge in demand for booze as February approaches is to be expected.

She added: “With four weeks of good habits under our belts already it’s no wonder Britons are keen to treat themselves this weekend.

“Even if it does mean breaking those Dry January pledges with a few days to go!”

Scientists have warned that booze is as bad for your heart as obesity and smoking, with heavy drinkers more than twice as likely to suffer heart failure.

Despite advances in prevention and treatment of heart disease, it still remains the number one killer both in the UK and worldwide.

A man smiles for the camera while making his way between pubs
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A man smiles for the camera while making his way between pubsCredit: Fame Flynet

Researchers at the American College of Cardiology have analysed data from patients aged 21 or older that received same-day surgery, emergency or inpatient medical care in California between 2005 and 2009.

Among 14.7 million patients, 1.8 per cent, or 268,000, had been diagnosed with alcohol abuse.

Further research found that, after taking into account other risk factors, alcohol abuse was associated with a twofold increased risk of atrial fibrillation, an irregular or abnormal heartbeat.

It was also associated with a 1.4-fold increased risk of heart attack and a 2.3-fold increased risk of congestive heart failure, meaning the heart is unable to sufficiently pump blood.

As Dry January began, scientists warned that booze can increase your chance of a heart condition
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As Dry January began, scientists warned that booze can increase your chance of a heart conditionCredit: Fame Flynet

Lead researcher, Dr Gregory Marcus, director of clinical research in the Division of Cardiology at the University of California, San Francisco, said: “We found that even if you have no underlying risk factors, abuse of alcohol still increases the risk of these heart conditions.

“We were somewhat surprised to find those diagnosed with some form of alcohol abuse were at significantly higher risk of a heart attack.

“We hope this data will temper the enthusiasm for drinking in excess and will avoid any justification for excessive drinking because people think it will be good for their heart. This data pretty clearly proves the opposite.”

Police offices grab hold of a man outside a pub last night
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Police offices grab hold of a man outside a pub last nightCredit: Fame Flynet

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