Temperatures pass 32C on hottest day of year as first UK area enters heatwave
Summary
The UK experienced its hottest day of the year, with temperatures exceeding 32°C in London, which led to an area entering a heatwave. Suffolk officially declared a heatwave as temperatures stayed above 27°C for three days in a row, prompting amber heat health alerts across England due to potential health and service impacts.Key Facts
- The UK recorded a temperature of 32.2°C in Kew, London, marking the hottest day this year.
- Suffolk is the first UK area to officially be in a heatwave, with temperatures over 27°C for three days.
- Amber heat health alerts are active across England until Monday, warning of health service impacts.
- The heatwave threshold varies by region, with Suffolk’s at 27°C and London’s at 28°C.
- Temperatures are expected to be between 27°C and 30°C in many regions, with London reaching around 31°C.
- An area of high pressure and winds from Western Europe are contributing to the high temperatures.
- The UK Health Security Agency highlighted risks such as medicine management issues and potential increases in deaths, especially for older people.
- Coastal areas may see more visitors due to the heat, and there are warnings about water safety.
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