Hosepipe ban hits Wessex Water customers for first time in 50 years
Wessex Water's 1.4 million customers face a hosepipe ban from Tuesday, the first in 50 years, as rain finally arrives but brings flood risk.
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FCDO Issues Summer Travel Warning for Group Holidays
The Foreign Office has issued a warning for anyone travelling abroad, advising groups to stick together and highlighting the dangers of methanol poisoning in alcohol.
Drivers warned over 'wholly in a bay' rules as motorist faces £100 charge
A driver received a £100 parking charge for touching a white line in a Hartlepool cinema car park, highlighting strict 'wholly within the bay' rules that can penalize motorists for any contact with bay markings.
Swinney urged to back Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields
John Swinney faces calls to publicly support the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields, with industry leaders saying the Scottish Parliament should back Scotland's workers.
Met Office names 52 areas facing thunderstorms on Wednesday
The Met Office has forecast heavy thunderstorms for 52 UK areas on Wednesday, with cooler temperatures following extreme heat. The warning covers parts of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Farming minister 'felt faint' at sight of beef, claims farmer
Stephen Morgan reportedly felt faint after seeing beef in a cold storage unit, but he denies fainting and blames temperature change. The minister was on a farm tour following his appointment by PM Andy Burnham.
Disabled people to get 24/7 free bus travel from April
Disabled people in England will get 24/7 free bus travel from next April, Andy Burnham is to announce, removing all time limits on passes.
Northumberland wildfire warning after barbecue bin fire
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service warns of wildfire risk after a disposable barbecue left in a bin caused a fire at Alnmouth beach. Residents urged to pack picnics, not barbecues, as temperatures remain high.
Withington water main bursts again after repair
A repaired water main on Birchington Road in Withington burst for a second time, leaving residents with a 'bubbling mountain spring' effect. United Utilities says no impact to customers.
Met Office issues 14-day heatwave forecast for September
The Met Office forecasts a possible late-season heatwave in southern UK from August 30 to September 13, with warmer-than-normal conditions likely as drought persists.
Met Office gives strong indication of heatwave in London in September
London could see another heatwave in September, with the Met Office long-range forecast suggesting a chance of late-season hot spells, especially in the south.
Drought: Burnham may ban window cleaning and private pools
Andy Burnham is reportedly considering strict water restrictions, including banning window cleaning and private pools, despite forecast rain. Reservoir levels remain dangerously low.
Two die in Greek island wildfires; 500 evacuated
Two people died and 500 were evacuated from Salamina after twin wildfires near Athens. FCDO issues safety advice for British travellers.
Capsized boat missing near River Tyne mouth sparks warning
A 14ft cabin cruiser capsized near the River Tyne mouth on August 15; crew rescued, but the vessel is lost and may be submerged, posing a navigation hazard.
Moscow military music festival cancelled amid drone attacks
Moscow's Spasskaya Tower military music festival is postponed until 2027 due to circumstances beyond organisers' control, amid a surge in Ukrainian drone attacks on the Russian capital.
Russia warns UK of consequences over drone strikes
Russia's embassy in London warns the UK will face 'consequences' and a 'higher price' for supporting Ukraine, after UK-made drones were used in strikes causing £35bn damage.
17 counties face heavy rain on Thursday, UK maps show
Heavy rain is forecast for 17 counties in England and Wales on Thursday, bringing relief from drought and heatwave conditions.
Asda recalls Hapello Power Train over choking risk
Asda recalls the Hapello Power Train toy over a high choking risk. Customers can return it to any store for a full refund, no receipt needed.
London to Get First Rain Since June 22, Met Office Says
London is set to see its first meaningful rain since June 22, with showers expected late Tuesday into Wednesday and again on Thursday, according to the Met Office.
Manchester train delays after vehicle hits railway bridge
Train passengers face delays after a vehicle crashed into a railway bridge between Manchester Piccadilly and Levenshulme, with disruption expected until 5pm.
Drivers Urged to Rub Potato on Car Before Thursday
Drivers are urged to rub a cut potato on their windscreen before heavy rain hits the UK on Thursday, as a trick to repel water and improve visibility.
Met Office names 13 areas facing heavy rain before Thursday
The Met Office has named 13 UK areas set for heavy rain before Thursday, including Leeds, Newcastle, and parts of Somerset, after weeks of drought.
UK weather maps show 2C cold snap after heatwave - 6 areas under 5C
New weather maps show temperatures dipping to 2C in days, with parts of northern Scotland potentially falling below 5C on Saturday, August 22.
Met Office warns of flooding as intense rain forecast
Parts of the UK could see surface flooding this week as heavy rain hits drought-stricken land, the Met Office warns, with over 27 million people facing water restrictions.
Car washes and private pools could be banned in drought crackdown
UK ministers may ban car washes, private pools and other non-essential water use as drought worsens, with almost three-quarters of England and all of Wales officially in drought.
UK snow risk as El Niño and polar vortex could bring cold snap
El Niño could bring colder weather and snow to the UK this winter, as the polar vortex may be disrupted, according to climate experts.
Hayden Panettiere Cause of Death Update as 911 Call Confirmed
Hayden Panettiere, known for Heroes and Scream, died at her South Carolina home on Sunday, August 16, after a 911 call reported cardiac arrest. Police confirmed no foul play.
Gardeners given tips to keep plants alive during hosepipe bans
Gardeners are advised to use mulch, water at cooler times, prioritise plants, and reuse greywater to keep gardens alive during UK hosepipe bans.
No 10 defends 'entirely right' use of emergency alerts
The government has defended its use of the emergency alert system to warn about wildfire risks last week, calling it an 'entirely right use' despite criticism from a senior Conservative and domestic abuse charities.
Tree falls on Cardiff street, blocks roads and cuts internet
A 40ft wild cherry tree fell in Adamsdown, Cardiff, blocking two streets, damaging BT cables, and cutting residents' internet for four hours. One girl sustained minor injuries.
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