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The overall flood risk for England and Wales is very low for next five days

The overall flood risk for England and Wales is very low for next five days

Official reports indicate a stable outlook for river, sea, and surface water levels across England and Wales. Residents should use official portals to monitor.

Weather ·11 Jul 2026, 08:02 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues rain and power cut warning for parts of Scotland

Met Office issues rain and power cut warning for parts of Scotland

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain across parts of Scotland, while other areas of the UK prepare for an incoming heatwave.

Weather ·11 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
London faces disruption and health alerts during week-long 34C heatwave

London faces disruption and health alerts during week-long 34C heatwave

London is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, triggering an amber health alert and causing significant strain on transport and emergency services.

Weather ·11 Jul 2026, 02:32 ·Rhys Morgan 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
Met Office warns Scots households to prepare for flooding as rain hits

Met Office warns Scots households to prepare for flooding as rain hits

A 17-hour yellow weather warning is in place for parts of Scotland as heavy rainfall threatens to cause flooding and travel disruption. Authorities are urging residents to prepare emergency kits and secure utilities.

Weather ·8 Jul 2026, 16:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for 15 Welsh locations

Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for 15 Welsh locations

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings across 15 Welsh locations as heavy rainfall brings a high risk of flash flooding and transport disruption.

Weather ·8 Jul 2026, 12:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues yellow wind warning for East of England

Met Office issues yellow wind warning for East of England

The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for the East of England, while heat health alerts have been issued for regions across England and Wales.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 22:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, winds and flooding across UK

Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, winds and flooding across UK

Storm Chandra has triggered a major incident in Somerset and caused widespread disruption across the UK. Emergency services are urging caution as saturated ground increases the risk of further flooding.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 18:39 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Amber health alert issued before further hot weather

Amber health alert issued before further hot weather

The UKHSA has issued an amber heat-health alert for the South West due to rising temperatures. Meanwhile, parts of England and Wales face rain and thunder.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 15:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warnings across UK for weekend

Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warnings across UK for weekend

The UK faces a turbulent weather shift as high humidity triggers widespread yellow thunderstorm warnings, bringing risks of flash flooding and travel delays.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 13:35 ·Rhys Morgan 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
Met Office downplays chance of extreme 39C heat in latest forecast

Met Office downplays chance of extreme 39C heat in latest forecast

Official forecasters have cautioned that the extreme temperatures seen in late June are unlikely to repeat, despite incoming high pressure across England and Wales.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 01:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office warns of severe marine heatwaves across Northwest European seas

Met Office warns of severe marine heatwaves across Northwest European seas

Surface waters in the Northwest European seas are experiencing marine heatwave conditions ranging from strong to severe. Meanwhile, the UK expects warmer weather as high pressure brings dry conditions and a risk of thunderstorms.

Weather ·6 Jul 2026, 09:05 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read

Storm Bram triggers danger to life warnings as 90mph winds hit the UK

Storm Bram is causing severe weather across the UK, bringing gale-force winds and heavy rain that have triggered danger-to-life warnings and travel disruption.

Weather ·6 Jul 2026, 07:07 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read