UK could break hottest day record with 33C peak
Summary
The UK might experience its hottest days of the year, with temperatures potentially reaching 33°C on Friday. A heatwave has been declared in some areas, and health warnings are in place due to the expected hot and dry conditions, which may bring health risks and have impacted social services and firefighting efforts.Key Facts
- UK's temperature may hit 33°C on Friday, potentially breaking the year's hottest day record.
- The heatwave is characterized by temperatures staying high for three days; this has already happened in Suffolk.
- UK Health Security Agency issued health alerts to warn about risks from the heat.
- On Saturday, temperatures could reach 34°C, with thunderstorms expected in North Wales and northwest England.
- A brief relief in heat is expected on Sunday, with cooler temperatures in some areas.
- Despite current heat, it's still less than the 35.6°C record set in June 1976.
- The high temperatures are caused by high pressure bringing hot weather from Western Europe.
- Firefighters report a significant increase in wildfires, with a 717% rise compared to the same time last year.
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