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Hosepipe bans reach 11 million people as UK heatwave continues

Hosepipe bans reach 11 million people as UK heatwave continues

Five water companies have implemented formal hosepipe bans as record-breaking heat puts extreme strain on the nation's water infrastructure. Other providers have issued urgent appeals for customers to voluntarily limit water usage.

Weather ·20 Jul 2026, 15:46 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office forecasts warmer temperatures across UK as high pressure returns

Met Office forecasts warmer temperatures across UK as high pressure returns

High pressure is set to bring warmer, settled conditions to the UK next week, though dry conditions have sustained wildfire risks in several national parks.

Weather ·17 Jul 2026, 22:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Extreme Heat Warning extended as temperatures forecast to reach 38°C

Extreme Heat Warning extended as temperatures forecast to reach 38°C

The Met Office has extended record-breaking heat warnings across parts of the UK as humidity and tropical nights create severe public health and infrastructure risks.

Weather ·17 Jul 2026, 20:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Watts Up With That? - Wikipedia

Watts Up With That? - Wikipedia

This article examines the history of the blog Watts Up With That, alongside industrial shifts in data center cooling technology and the complexities of COP29.

Weather ·16 Jul 2026, 12:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Fontainebleau forest wildfire prompts 900 evacuations near Paris

Fontainebleau forest wildfire prompts 900 evacuations near Paris

Over 800 hectares of the historic Fontainebleau forest have burned as French authorities deploy aerial support to contain the blaze and investigate its origin.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 16:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
UK food prices set for 50% rise as climate and energy shocks hit costs

UK food prices set for 50% rise as climate and energy shocks hit costs

New research from the ECIU warns that climate-driven environmental pressures and volatile energy markets are driving a rapid increase in food inflation.

Cost of Living ·12 Jul 2026, 23:33 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Met Office issues four-day amber extreme heat warning for England and Wales

Met Office issues four-day amber extreme heat warning for England and Wales

A four-day amber warning is in effect across England and Wales as an Omega block weather system drives temperatures toward 38°C. Officials are warning of significant disruption to infrastructure and health risks for the general population.

Weather ·11 Jul 2026, 09:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Spain wildfire in Almeria kills 11 people with 19 still missing

Spain wildfire in Almeria kills 11 people with 19 still missing

Emergency crews are battling a deadly wildfire in Andalusia that has forced the evacuation of 1,000 residents amid a severe regional heatwave. Authorities continue to search for 19 missing individuals following the incident near Bédar.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 11:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Spain wildfire kills 11, four British among dead as heatwave rages

Spain wildfire kills 11, four British among dead as heatwave rages

A wildfire near Bédar in Almería has led to 11 deaths, the evacuation of approximately 1,000 residents, and the closure of major local motorways.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 09:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Twelve die in wildfire in Spain as heatwave continues in southern Europe

Twelve die in wildfire in Spain as heatwave continues in southern Europe

A wildfire in Andalusia has claimed twelve lives and forced the evacuation of 1,000 residents amid an intense regional heatwave.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 08:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
UK hits record for most 34C days in a year as heatwave continues

UK hits record for most 34C days in a year as heatwave continues

The United Kingdom has set a new record for the number of days reaching 34C in 2026, as the ongoing heatwave strains national infrastructure and healthcare.

Weather ·10 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
UN warns of super El Niño threat as temperatures potentially top 40C

UN warns of super El Niño threat as temperatures potentially top 40C

An intensifying El Niño in the Pacific Ocean may reach "super" status, potentially driving global temperature highs and altering weather stability.

Weather ·9 Jul 2026, 23:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
UK temperatures set to rise again after brief heatwave respite

UK temperatures set to rise again after brief heatwave respite

Following a brief period of respite, the UK faces a fresh wave of extreme heat as forecasters warn of rising temperatures and oppressive humidity.

Weather ·9 Jul 2026, 18:36 ·Rhys Morgan 6 min read
Western Europe records hottest June as wildfires and heatwaves intensify

Western Europe records hottest June as wildfires and heatwaves intensify

Western Europe has officially recorded its hottest June on record, triggering red extreme heat warnings and widespread disruption across the UK.

Weather ·9 Jul 2026, 14:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues heatwave warning as 'heat domes' bring 5C change ...

Met Office issues heatwave warning as 'heat domes' bring 5C change ...

A heat dome is triggering a heatwave warning across southern England and Wales, with both land and sea temperatures reaching levels that threaten infrastructure.

News ·9 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Met Office issues rare red extreme heat warning as UK temperatures hit 40C

Met Office issues rare red extreme heat warning as UK temperatures hit 40C

A record-breaking heatwave has triggered a red extreme heat warning across England and Wales, causing significant disruption to travel and public services. Meteorologists warn the intense conditions are being driven by a persistent heat dome trapping hot air from the continent.

Weather ·9 Jul 2026, 02:05 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Britain could face £4trillion bill and 'national bankruptcy' from ...

Britain could face £4trillion bill and 'national bankruptcy' from ...

A Policy Exchange report warns that the UK could face national bankruptcy due to international climate litigation following a landmark UN-endorsed ruling. The think-tank suggests the government consider withdrawing from the ICJ's compulsory jurisdiction to protect against these liabilities.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 21:37 ·Clara West 5 min read
Revealed: Floods have forced at least 67 closures at NHS hospitals

Revealed: Floods have forced at least 67 closures at NHS hospitals

Freedom-of-information requests reveal that flooding has caused over 3,000 days of service disruption across NHS sites, highlighting a need for climate adaptation.

NHS ·7 Jul 2026, 06:33 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Met Office issues amber heat warnings as temperatures set to hit 38C

Met Office issues amber heat warnings as temperatures set to hit 38C

The UK faces an unprecedented heatwave driven by a high-pressure heat dome, prompting urgent health alerts and warnings of potential infrastructure failure.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 05:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office warns of potential third heatwave following weekend thunderstorms

Met Office warns of potential third heatwave following weekend thunderstorms

Following a weekend of unsettled weather, the UK faces a potential third heatwave as high pressure builds from the west. Temperatures could reach the low 30Cs in some southern and eastern areas by the end of the week.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 02:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read