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WorldHeatwave wipes out peony crop for Lincolnshire grower as UK records hottest summer
The 2026 summer has been the warmest on record, leaving flower growers like George Stevens of Stevens of Sibsey with a lost peony season and rising irrigation costs, while the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit warns of up to £390 million in lost revenue for arable farmers.
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WorldLondon faces 19-hour thunderstorm warning and flood risk
A 19-hour yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued by the Met Office, covering 59 local authorities including London. Residents are advised to prepare for heavy downpours, potential flash floods, and possible power outages.
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WorldLondon faces sixth heatwave of summer from 11 August
London is set to experience its sixth heatwave of the summer, with temperatures hitting 30°C from 11 to 13 August. Thames Water reports a 15% drop in water storage, urging residents to conserve supplies despite assurances taps will not run dry.
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London heatwave confirmed: three days above 28°C from 11 August
A Met Office-defined heatwave will begin in London on 11 August, with temperatures reaching 30°C by 12 August. Thames Water has recorded a 15 percent fall in water storage over the past month, though supplies remain secure.
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WorldUKHSA issues amber heat-health alerts for London and southern England as temperatures hit 35C
The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber heat-health alerts for London, the South East, East Midlands and East of England as temperatures could reach 35C on Monday. Yellow alerts cover other regions, with cooling expected midweek but risks remaining for older and vulnerable residents.
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WorldEngland and Wales record driest July since 1911, Met Office confirms
The Met Office reported that England and Wales experienced the driest July on record, with just 5.6mm of rainfall in England. Half of England and all of Wales are officially in drought after successive heatwaves and minimal precipitation.
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WorldLondon braces for five days of rain
London is forecast to experience five consecutive days of rain starting August 4, according to BBC Weather. This follows a recent heatwave where temperatures reached 33C on July 29. Other weather services also predict showers.
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WorldLondon Drought Declared Amid Heatwave and Fires
London and six other regions are officially in drought, the Environment Agency announced. Temperatures reached 34.4°C in Heathrow during the heatwave, with two grass fires burning in Romford impacting local traffic and properties.
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