- Britain is experiencing a sustained period of extreme heat, with temperatures expected to remain above 30C across England and Wales, setting new records for consecutive hot days.
- Emergency services have issued urgent warnings, citing extreme wildfire risks and increased demand on services, with the London Fire Brigade urging the public to avoid disposable barbecues.
- Amber and yellow heat health alerts remain in place across large parts of England until Sunday, though forecasters predict possible thunderstorms from Monday in some southern areas.
- Several water companies, including Southern Water, Anglian Water, Cambridge Water, and South East Water, have implemented hosepipe bans across various regions due to strained water supplies.
- Tragically, two 18-year-old men have died in separate water-related incidents in Derbyshire and Oldham, prompting warnings about water safety during the hot weather.
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