It's officially hotter than 1976! UK on track to surpass record this year as temperatures see police rescue dogs from sweltering cars and stampede for water
Britain has now had as many 30C days in 2026 as in the infamous year of 1976 as the country experiences its third heatwave of the summer, forecasters revealed today.
UK Heatwave Triggers Wildfires and Health Alerts
- Wildfires continue to burn across UK as heat health warnings issued for seven regions - full list Mirror —
- 'Firewave' rips through back gardens as tinderbox conditions see gas canisters explode and outbuildings left in cinders Daily Mail —
- Severe wildfire warning for Wales as mountains continue to bake in 30C heatwave Wales Online —
- UK weather maps show exact date fourth heatwave will hit 54 areas in July - full list Mirror —
- Welsh Water will 'consider all options' to protect supplies with 3 areas worst affected Wales Online —