United Kingdom — Ekhbary News Agency
The United Kingdom is bracing for its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 34C in parts of southern England and London by mid-week. This prolonged period of elevated heat, while not expected to surpass the extreme highs of late June, is predicted to last significantly longer, prompting health warnings.
Health Alerts and Regional Impacts
Yellow heat-health alerts have been issued by the UK's Health Security Agency (UKHSA) for the Midlands and southern England, effective until 8:00 PM GMT on July 11. The agency anticipates minor disruptions to health and social care services, alongside an increased risk to vulnerable populations. While northern regions will experience warmer conditions, cloud and rain are likely to persist, particularly in western Scotland. Temperatures across East Anglia and the southeast could hit 31C on Monday afternoon, widely meeting official heatwave criteria.
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Intensification and European Context
The heatwave is set to intensify from Wednesday, pushing temperatures across England and east Wales into the high 20s and low 30s. London and southeast England are expected to see the mercury peak around 34C on Wednesday and Thursday. For what it's worth, some models even suggest a chance of mid-to-high 30s this week, though surpassing June's 37.7C or the UK's all-time record of 40.3C from July 2022 remains unlikely. This national warming trend coincides with a broader European heatwave, where Portugal and Spain have already recorded temperatures nearing 40C, with this intense heat now spreading into France and northern Italy, raising concerns about wildfire risks due to dry soils.
