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New record night temperature of 26.8C revealed in July heatwave
The Met Office already verified the UK’s new hottest temperature record of 40.3C in Coningsby, Lincolnshire
Weather
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UK to see sunshine and showers after intense heat and torrential rain
It follows thunderstorms which produced torrential downpours in parts
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Thunder, lightning and floods predicted over the next few days
Power cuts, delays and cancellations in trains and buses are also predicted
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Yellow thunderstorm warnings issued for much of UK as heatwave draws to a close
The Met Office has warned that thunderstorms will develop on Sunday, potentially bringing disruption in places
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Debunking heatwave myths: What's true and what's false
You may be desperate for a breeze in the house, but keeping windows open might not be the best solution in a heatwave
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Perseid meteor shower to light up the night sky
The shower is expected to peak in the early hours of Saturday
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When heatwave will end, as parts of UK face wildfire risk and extreme temperatures
There is some welcome relief ahead for those who are dreading the impending blistering weather
InYourArea News
'Extreme heat' warning issued for Halton
'Adverse' health impacts are expected among people vulnerable to extreme heat and also the general population.
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'Important advice' as Met Office issues amber extreme heat warning for Leicestershire
Health experts and emergency services are 'concerned' about another prolonged heatwave affecting the county this week.
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Four-day amber warning issued as heatwave conditions continue for much of UK this week
The vulnerable are likely to experience adverse health affects, while the wider population could also be affected, the alert said
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Drought: What it is and what can be done about it
Facing the growing spectre of drought, here is a look at what is happening and how the situation is being managed
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Neighbours asked to grass on hosepipe rule-breakers
Rule-breakers face fines of up to £1,000 if taken to court