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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ted Hennessey

Heatwave warning as England set to be hotter than Barbados this week

  • Monday is forecast to be one of the hottest June days on record in the UK, with temperatures reaching 34C, coinciding with the start of Wimbledon.
  • Wimbledon's opening day is expected to be its hottest ever, surpassing the previous record of 29.3C set in 2001.
  • Much of England is experiencing its fourth day of a heatwave, with parts of the south-east potentially reaching 35C on Tuesday, while Scotland and Northern Ireland face cooler, wet weather.
  • A second amber heat health alert is in effect for London, the East Midlands, South East, South West, and East of England until Tuesday, warning of significant health and social care impacts.
  • London Fire Brigade has issued a warning about a severe wildfire risk due to high temperatures and low rainfall, urging the public to act responsibly to prevent fires.

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