16 h. ago Major hot car warning issued as dog dies trapped in traffic during heatwave

As tempeartures soar outside in the UK this week, the mercury inside a vehicle can rocket up quickly, putting dogs at heightened risk of heatstroke - especially flat-faced breeds like French bulldogs and pugs

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16 h. ago Spain records highs of 46C and France under alert as Europe swelters in heatwave

Extreme heat ‘the new normal’, says UN chief, as authorities across the continent issue health warningsEurope live – latest updatesA vicious heatwave has engulfed southern Europe, with punishing temperatures that have reached highs of 46C (114.8F) in Spain and placed almost the entirety of mainland France under alert.Extreme heat, made stronger by fossil fuel pollution, has for several days scorched Portugal, Spain, France, Italy and Greece as southern Europe endures its first major heatwave of the summer. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago How long will the UK heatwave last? Warning issued over increase in deaths

Much of England will enter fourth day of heatwave on Monday, forecast to be hotter than Barbados

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38 h. ago UK weather: heatwave could result in hottest ever start to Wimbledon

As temperatures climb, London fire brigade highlights ‘severe’ risk of wildfiresThe latest heatwave is expected to push temperatures close to record levels for June and result in the hottest ever start to Wimbledon.Amber heat alerts remain in place until Tuesday evening for all of southern, western and eastern England with a warning of excess deaths particularly among those over 65, and increased demand on health and social care services. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Rising summer heat increases risk of child deaths in hot cars

Child safety advocates are warning about the dangers of heatstroke from leaving kids in hot cars

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3 d. ago Weather map shows soaring 42C temperatures in Spain as heatwave warning issued

Forecasters warn of baking conditions with highs of 42C predicted in some parts of the country

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3 d. ago Britain braces for 'killer' heatwave: Temperatures set to hit 35C as government issues weather health warning for Glastonbury weekend

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) amber alert will last from midday today until Tuesday at 6pm and covers London, the East Midlands, South East, South West and East of England.

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4 d. ago Met Office forecast puts Wales on brink of heatwave as amber warning issued for parts of England

One area of Wales could see highs of 30°C on Monday

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4 d. ago Government issues weather health warning with heatwave on the way: Britain prepares for heat with hottest day of year ahead

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued an amber heat-health alert this morning to cover five regions of England - the East Midlands, South East, South West, East and London - from tomorrow.

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4 d. ago Spain heatwave warning issued with some parts of country 'likely to exceed 42C'

A body of hot air is moving in from the African continent bringing scorching temperatures to mainland Spain

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6 d. ago UK Foreign Office's travel warnings for Spain, Turkey, Greece and Cyprus

The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice due to a heatwave smashing the EU and has issued warnings for Brits visiting Spain, Turkey, Greece and Cyprus

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6 d. ago The common sleep problem that TRIPLES the risk of dying early

Children and adults with the problem also showed faster biological ageing, which accounted for approximately 40 per cent of the explanation for the increased risk of early death.

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9 d. ago Met Office issues new heatwave update as thunderstorm timings change amid weather warning

Conditions are expected to change today

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1 week ago UK heatwave alert: Pet owners issued urgent warning for common hack that could be dangerous

With the UK set to sizzle in 30C heat this week, a dog owner has shared a stark warning about the dangers of spraying your pet with cold water to cool them down

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1 week ago Heatwave 'to kill nearly 600 people' across England and Wales, experts warn

Temperatures are set to soar between Thursday to Sunday with some parts of the country expected to reach 32C - but experts have issued an ugent warning ahead of the heatwave

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1 week ago Met Office: Thunderstorm warning issued for parts of England in midst of 34C heatwave

A yellow warning is in place from 3pm on Saturday to 4am on Sunday, with scattered thunderstorms potentially causing disruption

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1 week ago Top GP reveals the massively popular supplement he would never take... because increases risk of death

One of the UK's most popular pills could be putting users at an increased risk of deadly liver failure, bone problems and bleeding disorders, an expert has warned.

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1 week ago Warning issued for thunderstorms in north of England after possible heatwaves

A yellow weather warning covering Nottingham up to Newcastle is in place from 3pm on Saturday until 4am on Sunday.

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1 week ago Met Office: Thunderstorm warning issued for parts of England in midst of 33C heatwave

A yellow warning is in place from 3pm on Saturday to 4am on Sunday, with scattered thunderstorms potentially causing disruption

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1 week ago Met Office shock weather warning for Wales issued as heatwave hit with a bang

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Wales this weekend, with parts of the country set to be battered by 'torrential downpours' despite the hot weather

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