- Prince William issued a statement expressing his thoughts for those affected by devastating wildfires across France, Spain, and the UK, thanking emergency services and volunteers.
- He described the events as a 'stark reminder of the challenges posed by an increasingly extreme climate' and the importance of protecting both people and nature.
- Firefighters in Spain and France are battling 'unprecedented' wildfires, with large areas consumed and a new heatwave expected to bring temperatures up to 40C.
- In the UK, a significant wildfire affected 25 square kilometres of Cairngorms National Park, while London Fire Brigade dealt with numerous incidents and warned of further risks.
- The Met Office has upgraded heat health alerts, forecasting temperatures up to 35C in south-eastern England, with warnings of exceptionally severe fire risks by Wednesday.
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