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In pictures: Hottest May day recorded in the UK
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The UK recorded its hottest May day ever, with temperatures reaching 34.8C in London's Kew Gardens. Health authorities have issued an amber alert due to the risks posed by the extreme heat.
Why it matters
Record-breaking temperatures highlight the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, which pose significant public health risks and strain social infrastructure.
In pictures: Hottest May day recorded in UK
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The report relies on meteorological data and official health warnings without editorializing.
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