UK weather: Britain braces for another heatwave as temperatures set to hit 33C next week
When is the next heatwave set to hit the UK?
- Temperatures across England are forecast to climb again, potentially reaching 30C to 33C next week in central and southern England and parts of Wales.
- The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts for several regions, including the East Midlands, South East, and London.
- These alerts will be in effect from 9am on Saturday, 8 August, until 9pm on Tuesday, 11 August.
- Last month was the driest July for England and Wales since records began in 1836, with 19 counties recording minimal rainfall.
- Previous heatwaves this summer have contributed to over 2,800 excess deaths in May and June, alongside drought conditions and wildfires.
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