Heat health alerts extended as record for most 34C days in a year broken
England has extended amber heat health alerts as temperatures reach 35C, marking a record-breaking year for the number of days exceeding 34C. The heatwave is placing significant pressure on NHS ambulance services and causing travel disruptions across the country.
Why it matters
The increasing frequency of extreme heat events highlights the growing strain on public infrastructure and health systems due to climate change.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, The worst of the heat is expected in southern and eastern England
The article reports factual data from the Met Office and NHS without political framing.
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