UK weather: Heatwave to intensify as it enters into second week

The UK is bracing for an intensifying heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-30s Celsius in some areas. Authorities have issued health alerts as firefighters struggle to contain multiple major wildfires across England and Wales.
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Extreme weather events pose significant risks to public health, infrastructure, and emergency services, highlighting the impact of climate change.
Image source, Carl Court / Getty Images Image caption, The prolonged hot weather has left many green spaces - including Greenwich Park in London - parched and brown
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