Britain is gearing up for another scorching weekend, marking its third heat wave in just a few months. After a short reprieve from high temperatures, the UK’s weather is set to heat up again, with predictions of up to 32 degrees Celsius (nearly 90 degrees Fahrenheit) in parts of England and Wales.
According to Jason Kelly, chief meteorologist at the Met Office, this latest heat wave is not just about soaring temperatures but will also be prolonged and widespread. Areas across England, eastern Scotland, and eastern Northern Ireland are likely to meet the official heat wave criteria. For places like London, the threshold is set at 28 degrees Celsius (82.4 degrees Fahrenheit), while northern regions require just 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit).
The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts, warning citizens of potential health risks, especially among older adults. They emphasize the importance of staying hydrated and safe as these elevated temperatures bring increased risks to health and social services. As extreme heat becomes a more common occurrence, the focus shifts to public safety and the need for preparedness in the face of climate challenges.
According to Jason Kelly, chief meteorologist at the Met Office, this latest heat wave is not just about soaring temperatures but will also be prolonged and widespread. Areas across England, eastern Scotland, and eastern Northern Ireland are likely to meet the official heat wave criteria. For places like London, the threshold is set at 28 degrees Celsius (82.4 degrees Fahrenheit), while northern regions require just 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit).
The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat health alerts, warning citizens of potential health risks, especially among older adults. They emphasize the importance of staying hydrated and safe as these elevated temperatures bring increased risks to health and social services. As extreme heat becomes a more common occurrence, the focus shifts to public safety and the need for preparedness in the face of climate challenges.
