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Heatwave wildfire warning as Met Police urge people to only dial 999 in emergency after surge in calls

Amber and yellow heat health alerts issued by the UK Health Security Agency

The Independent UK · Jul 11

Heatwave to continue into weekend with record temperatures and wildfire risks

The Met Office announced the new records after temperatures peaked at 35.2C at Coton in the Elms, Derbyshire on Friday afternoon.

Evening Standard · Jul 11

Record-breaking heatwave grips Britain as temperatures hit 35C for sixth day in 2026

The Met Office made the announcement after temperatures peaked at 35.2C at Coton in the Elms, Derbyshire on Friday.

The Independent UK · Jul 10

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2026 first year to hit temperatures of 35C or more on six days – Met Office

The Met Office made the announcement after temperatures peaked at 35.2C at Coton in the Elms, Derbyshire on Friday.

Evening Standard · Jul 10

Health warning as London heatwave 'peaks' and temperature record tumbles

Temperatures reached 35C in Northolt on Thursday afternoon, according to the Met Office, while Surrey recorded a UK high of 35.5C

Evening Standard · Jul 9

UK heatwave breaks another record as temperatures hit 34C

Temperatures are expected to peak on Thursday and Friday for many parts of the UK

The Independent UK · Jul 9

Temperatures set to peak at 36C during UK heatwave, health warnings issued

The United Kingdom faces its third heatwave of 2026 with temperatures soaring. Health authorities have issued alerts as hospitals experience sustained pressure from the heat. Vulnerable communities and older people are at increased risk of illness and death. People are advised to drink water and stay cool during the hottest…

The Times of India · Jul 9

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Western Europe records hottest-ever June as heatwaves intensify

Temperatures across ravaged region 3C above average as scientists warn of risks for people, ecosystems and infrastructure

The Guardian - UK · Jul 9

Cases disrupted as courts become ‘unusable’ in blistering heatwave

Some hearings are being moved to video calls

The Independent UK · Jul 8

Wildfire warning as UK bakes in third heatwave of the summer

The heat is expected to peak on Thursday and Friday

The Independent UK · Jul 8

Fire chiefs warn of wildfire risks as UK bakes in third heatwave of the summer

Health and fire warnings have been issued as temperatures in some areas could reach up to 36C this week.

Evening Standard · Jul 8

UK waters hit with extreme heatwave as global sea temperatures reach record levels

Experts warn that some marine species are at risk of ‘mass mortality events’ in ever-warming oceans

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8

Travellers warned over train journeys as fresh heatwave spreads across UK

Amber heat health alerts have been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) for parts of the UK

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Rail company urges to only travel if ‘essential’ as heatwave expands across UK

The UK entered its third heatwave in as many months on Monday, and temperatures are expected to climb as high as 35C in some areas later this week.

Evening Standard · Jul 7

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The Independent UK · Jul 7

M&S buys new fridges that can cope with heatwave weather after stores ‘struggle’ in 45C

Fridges in some of the firm’s stores and foodhalls broke down because of the recent heatwave

Evening Standard · Jul 7

M&S taking action to cope with extreme temperatures after June heatwave

Fridges in some M&S stores broke down because of the record heatwave last month.

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Lost sleep, wasted food, and hot offices: The true impact of heatwaves on Britons

Millions struggled to sleep during ‘tropical nights’ where indoor temperatures approached 28C

The Independent UK · Jul 7

When will this UK heatwave end and how hot will it get?

Temperatures set to surpass 30C again this week in UK’s longest heatwave since 1976

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Evening Standard · Jul 6

Third heatwave of year declared with days of hot weather forecast

On Monday, the highest temperature was recorded as 34C in Teddington, south-west London, the Met Office said.

Evening Standard · Jul 6

Third heatwave of the year imminent but not a record-breaker, says Met Office

The Met Office has predicted parts of southern England will experience several days in the low 30s.

The Independent UK · Jul 6

UK heatwave: Where are pollen levels going to be the highest this week?

The Met Office has issued its pollen forecast for the coming week, as temperatures are forecast to reach 34C in south east England. London and Cardiff are set to face very high levels of pollen on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, while Leeds will experience high levels during the same period.…

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Wimbledon fans sent extreme heat warning with temperatures set to reach 34C

Monday is set to be the hottest day of this year’s Wimbledon so far

Evening Standard · Jul 6

Heat warning for spectators attending Wimbledon as temperatures soar

Temperatures could reach as high as 34C at the south-west London grand slam grounds

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Temperatures to be cooler in third UK heatwave – but it could last longer this time

Heat health warnings are in place for the next week as Britain braces for further rises in temperature

Evening Standard · Jul 6

London weather LIVE: Bushfire sparks travel chaos as heatwave predicted to last even longer

Heatwave predicted to last at least another week in London as temperatures expected to hit 30C today

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