9 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway at 'very high' risk of wildfire as hot weather to continue

Fire chiefs have issued a warning for Monday and Tuesday with the dry weather set to continue into next week.

Events

16 h. ago Hydrangea flowers will be 'fluffier and perkier' if one task is done in August

Hydrangeas need a lot of moisture in August - but it can be difficult to keep them watered as they have sensitive roots that dry out easily in very hot weather

Science

30 h. ago UK told to avoid hosepipe ban by 'deleting photos and emails' during heatwave

The National Drought Group is urging people to save water after confirming five areas of England are in drought, with six more in "prolonged dry weather" status as temperatures soar

Culture

32 h. ago Britain faces running dry in 34C heat: Health alerts as England suffers 'nationally significant' water shortages with FIVE areas in drought after driest six months since 1976

Six more areas are also experiencing prolonged dry weather after the driest six months since 1976. The Environment Agency has called on Britons to 'play their part' and use less water.

Society

37 h. ago Eight hottest parts of UK listed as temperature heads towards 34C

The national drought group has met as five areas remain in drought, with six more in prolonged dry weather status

Events

6 d. ago Dry summer boosts sunflower crop but varied weather ‘puts farms under pressure’

Vine House Farm in Deeping St Nicholas near Spalding in Lincolnshire grows the flowers for the seeds to be used in bird feed.

Events

9 d. ago Best clothes airers for drying laundry all year round: Heated and traditional options

Traditional, electrical and pod dryers to dry your washing all year round, no matter the weather

Society

1 week ago Two wildfires in US west spur ‘fire clouds’ with erratic weather systems

Containment slips for megafire in Grand Canyon and large blaze in Utah as hot and dry weather fans flamesTwo wildfires burning in the western United States – including one that has become a “mega-fire” on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon – are so hot that they are spurring the formation of “fire clouds” that can create their own erratic weather systems.In Arizona, the wind-whipped wildfire that destroyed the Grand Canyon Lodge is 9% contained and has charred more than 164 sq miles (424 sq km) to become the largest fire now burning in the continental US and one of the top 10 largest in recorded Arizona history. Getting around it would be roughly like driving from New York City to Washington DC. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Huge blaze breaks out in Essex field as firefighters battle wildfires across UK

Heatwaves and consistent dry weather has seen the London Fire Brigade tackle more wildfires this summer than in the whole of 2024

Events

3 w. ago When a hosepipe can still be used despite the ban: From religious ceremonies to looking after a fish pond, all the exemptions under the latest water restrictions

With England battling exceptionally dry weather, millions of homeowners are being hit with hosepipe bans and warned they face a £1,000 fine for non-compliance.

Politics

3 w. ago Three steps to keep your lawn looking lush and green even in dry weather

As the heatwave continues, many gardeners are looking for ways to keep their lawn looking lush and green. But a gardening guru has revealed the three simple steps to keep your grass vibrant and healthy during the summer months

Society

4 w. ago Southern Water becomes latest company to bring in hosepipe ban amid dry weather

The company said customers in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight face restrictions from Monday.

Politics

4 w. ago Four areas of England now in drought as heat threatens wildlife and crops

Ministers call for hosepipe bans as East and West Midlands enter drought, joining Yorkshire and north-westFour areas of England are now in drought as the East and West Midlands have joined Yorkshire and the north-west.Continuing hot and dry weather was a hazard to crop production and wildlife, ministers said, as they urged water companies to put hosepipe bans in place to conserve water as levels deplete. Continue reading...

Events

4 w. ago Drought declared in East and West Midlands in driest start to year since 1976

Three further areas – Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire, East Anglia, and Thames area – move into prolonged dry weather status.

Politics

4 w. ago Britain on fire as thousands evacuated while wildfires rage all across UK

An urgent warning has now been issued as the hot and dry weather saw wildfires rage across the United Kingdom over the weekend and into Monday, with evacuations taking place

Events

last month More hosepipe bans are coming: Thames Water announces new rules from next Tuesday

Thames Water said the measure will be brought in after the Environment Agency placed its area in the 'prolonged dry weather category'.

Politics