Amber heat-health alerts issued for most of England as temperatures could reach 36C or higher this week – latest updates

The upgraded alerts will be in place from 9am on Tuesday until 6pm on Wednesday More than 25 million people face restrictions on water use, according to the Environment Agency, with millions under hosepipe bans , including all South East Water and Thames Water customers. Another record is likely to tumble this week after Sunday was the 34th day this year on which temperatures exceeded 30C somewhere in the UK, equalling the record set in 1995. Temperatures are forecast to rise above 30°C across central and southern parts of the country over the next few days, and generally hot weather is expected across most regions of England. These kind of temperatures can result in serious health outcomes across the population – particularly in those who are vulnerable, such as the elderly or those with serious health conditions – so it is important that everyone takes sensible precautions while enjoying the sun. Continue reading...