First heat-health alerts issued for 2025 while storms bring flood risk
Summary
The UK has issued its first yellow heat-health alerts for 2025 because of an expected heatwave in eastern England, and potential thunderstorms in various regions. The Met Office forecasts frequent lightning, strong winds, and heavy rain, possibly causing flash floods.Key Facts
- Yellow heat-health alerts are in place for eastern England, London, East Midlands, and southeast England from Thursday night to Sunday morning.
- Temperatures may reach 30C (86F), leading to increased risks for people over 65 and those with certain health issues.
- The UK is experiencing a weather pattern with hot, humid air causing storms.
- Thunderstorms may begin Wednesday night, with warnings for southwestern England and Wales.
- Northern Ireland also has a thunderstorm warning for Thursday.
- Some areas might see up to 50mm of rain in a short period, which could cause flash floods.
- A phenomenon called a Spanish Plume is causing these storms, carrying warm air from Spain and France.
- Weather warnings could change as storm forecasts are complex and unstable.
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