Europe heatwave live: UK braces for record-breaking temperatures; Italy issues red alert for 16 cities
The UK is bracing for record-breaking temperatures as part of a broader European heatwave, with the Met Office issuing extreme heat warnings. Italy has also responded to the rising temperatures by placing 16 cities under a red alert.
Why it matters
Extreme heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense, posing significant public health risks and straining energy infrastructure across Europe.
Here’s Wednesday’s forecast for the UK from the Met Office, according to its most recent update before midnight.
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