Amber heat health alerts to come into force as heatwave reaches 35C peak
Summary
The UK is experiencing its fourth major heatwave this year, with temperatures reaching up to 35°C (95°F) in some areas. Heat health alerts have been issued for parts of England, and dry conditions are worsening due to very low rainfall.Key Facts
- Temperatures in southern and eastern England and parts of the Midlands are expected to reach 30-35°C on Wednesday.
- Amber heat health alerts are in place from 9 am on July 29 to 9 am on July 30 for the East Midlands, East of England, London, and south-east England.
- Yellow heat alerts cover the south-west, West Midlands, Yorkshire, and Humber regions.
- The heatwave will mostly end on Thursday as cooler air moves in, but temperatures will stay higher than usual into the weekend.
- Lack of rain has caused very dry ground and low soil moisture across much of England and Wales.
- Rainfall in England so far this month is extremely low, with only 4.4 mm recorded, one of the driest levels on record.
- Hosepipe bans are active in many areas to conserve water.
- Dry conditions have increased the risk of wildfires in several parts of the UK.
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