UK's most parched regions miss chance for rain ahead of next heatwave
The UK is bracing for another heatwave with temperatures expected to reach 35C, following a period of prolonged dry weather. Health alerts have been issued across several regions as the country faces drought conditions and increased risks to vulnerable populations.
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Extreme weather events and heatwaves are becoming more frequent, impacting public health infrastructure and water resource management.
Image source, SOPA Images / Getty Images By Stav Danaos Lead Weather Presenter Published 5 minutes ago Some of the driest regions of the UK have missed their chances for rain ahead of another heatwave beginning this week.
Parts of the northern and western UK saw some rainfall over the weekend, with further showers and unsettled conditions expected over the next few days.
But southern parts of the country - where the least amount of rain has fallen - are set to see temperatures climb once again, with more dry and sunny weather in the forecast.
It comes as parts of Wales have officially entered drought status, while parts of southern, central and eastern England remain in "prolonged dry weather", the final stage before drought is declared.
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