- East and southeast England could experience a fourth heatwave this summer, with temperatures potentially reaching 28C or 29C on Thursday and Friday.
- This follows previous heatwaves, including one last weekend where temperatures exceeded 30C in parts of the country, with England recording its warmest June ever.
- Nearly seven million people are facing hosepipe bans due to record dry conditions, with restrictions implemented by Southern Water, Thames Water, and South East Water.
- Drought has been declared in several regions across England, including Yorkshire, the West and East Midlands, and parts of the North West.
- While some rain is expected in the west, forecasters anticipate temperatures to remain above average overall, with a greater likelihood of very warm or hot spells by mid-August, particularly in the south and east.
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