Rob Gazzard, who advises the Forestry Commission on wildfires, said “extreme scenarios are going to be very challenging” to deal with for the organisation

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An extreme heat warning has been expanded as the UK braces for a heatwave that could send temperatures soaring to a record-breaking 38C

Swathes of the UK are to see record-breaking temperatures of up to 38C

Swathes of the UK are to see record-breaking temperatures of up to 38C