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Amber Heat-Health Alerts Issued Across Most of England as Temperatures Soar
Most of England is under amber heat-health alerts as a fresh heatwave pushes temperatures toward the mid-30s amid ongoing drought conditions.
England Under Heat Health Warnings as Mercury Climbs Toward 34C
New heat health alerts have been issued across much of England, with officials warning of potential health risks as temperatures climb to 34C.
UKHSA Reports Nearly 3,000 Deaths Linked to Summer Heatwaves
The UK Health Security Agency reports that nearly 3,000 people died due to record-breaking heatwaves in May and June, prompting concerns about future climate-related health risks.
UK braces for fourth summer heatwave with temperatures hitting 35C
Parts of the UK are experiencing their fourth heatwave this year, with forecasters expecting temperatures to peak at 35C this week.
Driest areas of UK bypass rainfall ahead of incoming heatwave
Parts of the UK suffering from extreme dryness have missed out on vital rainfall as they prepare to face an incoming heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 35C.
UK braces for heat health warnings while rain offers limited relief
Yellow heat health alerts are in place for England as temperatures climb to 30C, though rain is expected to arrive this weekend, offering little relief to drought-affected regions.
UK resident receiving medical monitoring for possible Ebola exposure
A humanitarian worker is being monitored in a London hospital following potential Ebola exposure in the DR Congo, though they currently show no symptoms.
UK Heat Set to Surge Once More as Current Wave Persists
The UK is facing a renewed surge in high temperatures this week as the ongoing heatwave intensifies, with health alerts remaining active across several regions.
UK Facing Extreme Wildfire Threat Amid Prolonged Heatwave
Parts of the UK are at an exceptional risk of wildfires as a record-breaking heatwave continues to stretch into its second week, prompting health alerts and safety warnings.
Extended UK heatwave brings 35C temperatures
The UK is facing an ongoing heatwave with temperatures reaching 35C, breaking previous annual records for the number of days exceeding 34C. Health warnings remain in effect as the heat persists.