Amber heat-health alerts issued as UK could see 10 consecutive days of temperatures over 30C
Summary
The UK is expected to experience a heatwave with temperatures above 30°C (86°F) for up to 10 days in a row starting midweek. Amber and yellow heat-health alerts are in place to warn people about potential health risks, especially for older adults and those with health conditions.Key Facts
- Temperatures in parts of the UK could reach as high as 34°C (93°F) from midweek.
- Amber heat-health alerts apply to the Midlands, eastern, and southern England from July 8 to July 12.
- Yellow heat-health alerts cover northern England during the same period.
- The heatwave is the third this year and may last longer than previous ones in May and June.
- High temperatures may cause more health problems and increase deaths, especially among people over 65 or with health issues.
- Nighttime temperatures will generally be lower than in the last heatwave, giving some relief, though some cities may still have warm nights.
- Past heatwaves reached up to 37.7°C, but this one is expected to be less extreme in most areas.
- The heatwave is part of a larger trend of rising temperatures across Europe.
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