8 h. ago Washington DC tornado warning sees families told 'take cover now' in urgent alert

The stark warning about the threat of a tornado concerns Washington DC, and the surrounding areas, such as the state of Pennsylvania and its large cities like Philadelphia

Events

37 h. ago UK weather maps prompt urgent heatwave health alert as six areas set for 30C scorcher

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Met Office officials have warned NHS services may be stretched and that older and vulnerable people will need to take care in the heat

Society

38 h. ago Urgent heat health alert issued for whole week as 6 areas brace for 30C scorcher

Health bosses warned older and more vulnerable people will be most at risk as temperatures soar beyond 30C in parts of the country this week - with medical staff also on alert

Society

3 d. ago Urgent 'call 999' alert after girl, 7, goes missing in Blackpool

Tilly was reported as missing on Sunday evening (July 6)

Events

1 week ago Urgent alert for those on 5 common medications as UK braces for scorching temperatures

A pharmacist has issued a warning to anyone who takes these five different kinds of drugs - and gives advice on how to avoid problems as temps to hit 34C

Events

1 week ago Martin Lewis issues urgent ATM alert to all Brits on holiday

The Money Saving Expert has warned holidaymakers to be wary of a certain charge if they are planning on withdrawing cash while abroad

Events

2 w. 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

Events

3 w. ago Urgent alert for millions of high street bank customers to close accounts before Monday

Millions of customers of a particular high street bank have just days to close their bank accounts amid big changes

Economics