High temperatures likely to cause deaths and will worsen in future as global heating intensifies, scientists warn

Extreme temperature is ‘possible’, says Met Office as it gives 50-50 chance of 40C-plus in next 12 years

Experts say risk of 40C has almost trebled since 2000, with 50/50 chance of hitting that mark in next 12 years

Amber warning issued across England as Thursday expected to be hottest day of year so far

The Government's UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warned that the heatwave could bring 'a rise in deaths, particularly among those ages 65 and over or with health conditions'.

High temperatures likely to cause deaths and will worsen in future as global heating intensifies, scientists warn

LONDON: British health officials are warning people across the country to take precautions when out in the sun as the UK bakes under its first heat wave of the year. Temperatures…

Forecasters predict highs of 34C (93F) in parts of eastern England such as Cambridgeshire, and 30C in the North East.

Editorial: Britain faces rising climate threats, yet lacks a country adaptation plan. Urgent, coordinated investment is needed to protect lives and infrastructure