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Britain’s summer heatwave is going out with a bang rather than a whimper, as forecasters warn of thunderstorms and flash flooding risk across parts of England. Cooler air is set to sweep in by midweek, but Tuesday could be the most dramatic day yet.
Andy Burnham told Donald Trump the UK must take a pragmatic approach to North Sea oil while people are still struggling with energy costs. The Greater Manchester mayor confirmed he raised the issue directly during his Washington visit.
A heat alert is in force across central and southern England this week, with temperatures potentially reaching 30C. Health officials are urging vulnerable people to stay hydrated and avoid the midday sun.
More than 2,700 people are estimated to have died during exceptional May and June heatwaves in England and Wales, with the majority of deaths linked to the June event when a rare red heat alert was issued. Experts warn that summers like this one will become increasingly common as the climate continues to warm.
Temperatures across England and Wales are showing no signs of dropping, with forecasters warning the current heatwave could stretch deep into next week. Millions of people are being urged to take precautions as the heat tightens its grip on much of the country.
Survivors of a deadly Spanish wildfire near Málaga are sharing harrowing escape stories as they mourn friends who lost their lives. Over 450 firefighters are still battling a blaze that has scorched nearly 3,000 hectares.
Thursday marked Britain’s eighth day above 34C this year, shattering all previous records as hosepipe bans now cover around 19 million people. Water companies are warning the crisis could stretch deep into autumn.
UK vets are warning that pets can suffer fatal heatstroke without any exercise, even while resting indoors on hot days. Flat-faced breeds and older animals face the highest risk as British summers grow more extreme.
More than 60 MPs are demanding the UK government host a prime-time televised climate emergency briefing modelled on Covid-era press conferences. The push comes as new data shows fewer than a third of British adults can name a single government climate target.
New UK research shows that SUV buyers remain committed to their purchases even after being warned the vehicles are more likely to kill pedestrians. The findings are forcing safety campaigners to rethink whether information campaigns can ever be enough.
