Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleForecasters have warned that the UK could face "exceptionally severe" wildfires across the south and east of England this week. The country is preparing for its fourth heatwave of the summer, with temperatures anticipated to reach 35C in the South East. Amber and yellow heat alerts are in effect, and the UK Health Security Agency has cautioned about potential health risks, particularly for vulnerable individuals. These conditions follow an exceptionally dry June, leading to parts of Wales declaring drought status and much of England experiencing "prolonged dry weather". The Met Office indicates that the risk of exceptionally severe wildfires will be highest by Wednesday in areas including London, the South East, and eastern England.In fullUK heatwave live: Wildfire fears grow and heat health alerts issued as fourth heatwave of summer to startMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
UK wildfire warning as fourth heatwave set to grip country
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleForecasters have warned that the UK could face "exceptionally severe" wildfires across the south and east of England this week. The country is preparing for its fourth heatwave of the summer, with temperatures anticipated to reach 35C in the South East. Amber and yellow heat alerts are in effect, and the UK Health Security Agency has cautioned about potential health risks, particularly for vulnerable individuals. These conditions follow an exceptionally dry June, leading to parts of Wales declaring drought status and much of England experiencing "prolonged dry weather". The Met Office indicates that the risk of exceptionally severe wildfires will be highest by Wednesday in areas including London, the South East, and eastern England.In fullUK heatwave live: Wildfire fears grow and heat health alerts issued as fourth heatwave of summer to startMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
