If you are struggling through the current heatwave, you may be surprised to know that it is not classed as extreme heat – at least according to the Met Office.
In the previous heatwave in June, the Met Office issued “red” warnings of extreme heat for London and the Home Counties, when temperatures were only a few degrees higher than they are now.
Forecasts in June were that some areas could reach 40°C and at times, felt higher although in the end, the highest temperature recorded was 37°C, in Norfolk.
This time round, temperatures hit between 34-35°C in southern and eastern England, but the Met Office has issued neither its red or amber warning for the heat.
On the other hand, heat warnings have come from the UK Health Security Agency, whose focus is health and any impacts on the NHS and social services.
