Heatwave likely to be confirmed as record-breaking temperatures forecast
A heatwave is expected to be officially declared in parts of the UK as temperatures rise. The highest temperature recorded so far this year was 30.5C in Kent, with forecasts suggesting new May temperature records could be set. While the tourism industry welcomes the heat, health alerts remain in effect for some regions due to the prolonged high temperatures.
- ▪A temperature of 30.5C was recorded in Kent, marking the highest of the year so far.
- ▪New national May temperature records are likely to be set on bank holiday Monday.
- ▪Amber heat-health alerts are in place for parts of the Midlands and eastern England until at least Wednesday.
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- ▪ Hottest May day for nearly 80 years as parts of UK hit heatwave threshold — World news | The Guardian
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Heatwave likely to be confirmed as record-breaking temperatures forecastImage source, Mike Kemp/In Pictures via Getty ImagesByMatt TaylorLead Weather PresenterPublished37 minutes agoA heatwave is expected to officially be declared for parts of the UK on Sunday as a spell of unusual May heat intensifies. A temperature of 30.5C was recorded at Frittenden in Kent on Saturday - the highest of the year so far. The soaring temperatures could also lead to new national May temperature records being set on bank holiday Monday.While the tourism and hospitality industry are welcoming the well-timed hot and sunny weather, the longevity of the heatwave is likely to have impacts on the health of some.
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