Waters have reached temperatures usually expected in August and are on average 2C warmer than usual

European scientists warn of consequences for weather patterns, the global climate and marine life

The UK is bracing for another heatwave as temperatures are expected to soar to 39C next week, as another heat warning has been issued to several areas across England

Waters have reached temperatures usually expected in August and are on average 2C warmer than usual

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The Met Office has warned that UK waters are experiencing a long-lasting marine heatwave with risk of hitting rare 'extreme' levels next week as temperatures are expected to break…