Temperatures soar to 38C as amber extreme heat warning in effect
Why This Matters
This amber warning signifies a severe public health risk and major disruption, with 38C temperatures pushing UK infrastructure and emergency services to their limits. The increasing frequency and intensity of such extreme heat events underscore the escalating impacts of climate change, demanding greater resilience and adaptation strategies.
Heat is spiking again on Thursday with a rare warning in place and more records falling.
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