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UK Heatwave Death Toll: Met Office Confirms 2,700 Dead In May And June

The UK experienced record-breaking heatwaves in May and June, resulting in over 2,700 deaths. Experts link these fatalities to climate change, urging immediate action to prevent future tragedies.

International Business Times UK

Heatwave fuels 19 wildfires across UK as more health warnings issued

Emergency services are currently dealing with 19 wildfire incidents in England and Wales as the Met Office forecasts highs of 33C.

Evening Standard

When will it rain again in London? Capital facing longest dry spell in years

After nine days of heatwave conditions in London, is there any sign of a change in the weather?

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Forecasters share when current July heatwave is likely to end

The Met Office and BBC Weather have shared their best estimates for when the current July 2026 heatwave will end

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Britain's Summer of Heatwaves May Be Far From Over as Forecasters Warn of More Hot Weather

The UK is likely to experience more heatwaves this summer, with forecasters predicting above-average temperatures due to climate change, raising public health concerns and highlighting climate-related risks.

International Business Times UK

More than 2700 excess heat deaths recorded in England and Wales in just two months

More than 2700 people died from heat-related causes during May and June’s record hot spells in England and Wales, experts have estimated

The National (Scotland)

May and June heatwaves killed about 2,700 people in England and Wales, data suggests

Extreme heat led to 440 deaths a day during June peak, say scientists, with climate crisis ramping up temperatures

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Parts of UK may get ‘brief respite’ from scorching weather

Parts of the country might be hit with a little rain.

Evening Standard

Two men die after entering sea to help children in difficulty

The children were taken to hospital to be checked over and are confirmed to be safe.

Evening Standard

UK wildfire map: Areas most at risk as firefighters tackle dozens of blazes

Wildfires have gripped several parts of the UK in recent days

The Independent UK

Parts of UK at ‘exceptional’ risk of wildfires as heatwave goes on

A number of fire services have tackled blazes on open land in recent days while at least 12 people have died in a wildfire in southern Spain.

The Independent UK

Met Office warns Brits scorching heatwave conditions to last through next week

This year has already marked a significant milestone, becoming the first on record where temperatures of 35C have been reached on six separate days

The Independent UK

Scorching heatwave conditions to last ‘until at least next week’ – Met Office

A provisional maximum daily temperature of 33C was recorded in Yelverton, Devon, on Saturday, the Met Office said.

Evening Standard

Amber heat health alert extended as latest UK heatwave sees record temperatures

Significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures

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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

Evening Standard

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

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.

The Independent UK

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.

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Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

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 Times of India

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 Guardian - UK

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 Independent UK

Cases disrupted as courts become ‘unusable’ in blistering heatwave

Some hearings are being moved to video calls

Evening Standard

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.

The Independent UK

Wildfire warning as UK bakes in third heatwave of the summer

The heat is expected to peak on Thursday and Friday

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