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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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
The UK's third heatwave of the year is set to intensify again this week, following a slight drop in temperatures for some on Monday.
More places in England and Wales could exceed 30C, with some forecasts suggesting that temperatures close to the mid-30s could be possible in a few locations.
Heatwave thresholds may also be briefly reached in parts of Scotland and Northern Ireland as humidity levels increase across the country.
Amber and yellow heat health alerts , external issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) are in effect until 21:00 BST on 15 July.
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