Met Office issues 15-hour power cut warning for 47 areas
The Met Office has updated its rare amber extreme heat warning, with temperatures possibly reaching 38C. The warning remains in place for the rest of Thursday.
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Paddling pool safety: 2cm water warning for parents
As UK temperatures hit 37C, parents are urged to follow paddling pool safety tips, including keeping water between 29-31C and supervising children at all times.
Rub vinegar on bins to stop flies, households told
Households are urged to rub vinegar on kitchen bins this week as hot weather speeds up fly breeding and food decay. Distilled white vinegar disrupts flies' sense of smell, making bins less appealing.
UK heatwave to end as temperatures drop to 16C next week
Weather maps show UK temperatures plunging to 13-16C by next Thursday, ending the heatwave. London stays warmest at 19C, with rain and unsettled conditions on the way.
Thames Water: End in sight for east London outage
Around 10,000 customers in east London and Essex have been without water since the weekend due to burst mains, but Thames Water says it made good progress overnight and aims to restore supply by Friday.
South Gower cancel friendly after WRU heat warning
South Gower RFC has withdrawn from a pre-season friendly at St Clears RFC, citing pitch conditions and WRU guidance on extreme heat.
UK heatwave: Amber warnings as 38C possible, wildfires rage
The UK could see its hottest day of 2026 as parts of England may hit 38C, with amber heat warnings issued and wildfires burning.
Met Office confirms exact date heatwave will end
The Met Office has confirmed the exact date the heatwave will end. Temperatures will peak on Thursday, August 13, with up to 36C forecast, before cooling begins on Friday.
Met Office names 51 areas set for heavy rain relief
The Met Office's latest maps show rain arriving in Scotland and Northern Ireland, spreading to England, with 51 counties set for heavy rain on Tuesday, August 18.
Met Office forecasts rain for 72 UK areas this weekend
The Met Office forecasts rain across 72 UK areas on Saturday and Sunday, with downpours expected in the south first, then moving north, as drought conditions persist.
Commuters warned as extreme heat alert active ahead of 38°C
The Met Office's amber extreme heat warning is active from 9am today until midnight, with temperatures potentially reaching 38°C in parts of the UK, prompting rail disruption warnings.
Air fryer chef warns never to cook these 4 foods
Philip's air fryer chef Martin Senders warns against cooking bacon, popcorn, sliced cheese, and poppadoms in air fryers due to excess smoke, uneven cooking, and mess.
UK stargazers treated to solar eclipse and Perseid meteor shower
The best solar eclipse in decades, obscuring over 90% of the Sun, was followed by the Perseid meteor shower peak. A comparable eclipse won't be seen for 54 years.
Wi-Fi router heatwave check every UK home must make today
As the UK faces its fifth heatwave with temperatures up to 38C, Hyperoptic advises moving routers out of direct sunlight to prevent broadband issues.
London heat warning: Rare amber alert as UK could see hottest day
A rare amber extreme heat warning is in effect in London from 9am to midnight, with temperatures possibly reaching 38C, raising the risk to life.
Drivers told to scrap cars with severe MOT corrosion
Motorists should consider scrapping cars with severe structural corrosion found during MOT tests, as repair costs may exceed the vehicle's value, says Halfords expert.
Saddleworth Moor Fire: Crews Battle Blaze, Road Closed
Firefighters are tackling a massive moorland blaze near Holmfirth Road in Oldham, with residents urged to avoid the area while emergency services respond.
Wales Live Blog: News, Weather and Traffic
Get the latest news, weather, and traffic updates from across Wales and beyond on Thursday, August 13.
UK stargazers treated to eclipse and Perseid meteor shower
More than 90% of the Sun was obscured by the Moon, the most since 1999, followed by the Perseid meteor shower peak, with crowds at Stonehenge and Greenwich.
Boy Survives Sea Ordeal by Floating
An eight-year-old boy swept out to sea off Scotland's west coast survived by floating, a lesson learned from coastguards at school. Clayton Garforth was rescued by surfers and released from hospital the next day.
Blackout blinds hack keeps bedroom cooler during UK heatwave
A simple blackout blind hack has helped one woman keep her bedroom cooler during the UK's fifth heatwave, with temperatures reaching 38°C.
Cheap blackout blind hack keeps bedroom cool during UK heatwave
A £13.80 stick-on blackout blind with reflective backing helps keep a bedroom cooler during Britain's fifth heatwave, offering a low-cost alternative to air conditioning.
Met Office: Hottest August day possible with 38C forecast
The UK could see its hottest August day on record as temperatures are set to reach 38C, with amber extreme heat warnings issued for parts of England.
Perseid meteor shower peak: best time to see 100 shooting stars
The Perseid meteor shower peaks on Thursday, with up to 100 shooting stars per hour visible around 3am, just hours after a solar eclipse.
One item on windows keeps bedroom cool in UK heatwave
Stick-on blackout blinds with reflective backing can reduce solar gain and keep bedrooms cooler during the UK's fifth heatwave, with temperatures up to 38°C.
Perseid meteor shower peaks with UK solar eclipse tonight
Tonight, the Perseid meteor shower peaks as a partial solar eclipse darkens UK skies, offering up to 100 shooting stars per hour in moonless darkness.
Firefighters tackle major gorse blaze in Formby dunes
Firefighters battled a 'significant' gorse fire in Formby dunes, with flames spreading across 300m by 300m and later expanding to 500m by 200m.
Formby Beach fire: Crews tackle significant blaze in dunes
Firefighters are battling a significant blaze in the sand dunes at Formby Beach, which has been burning for hours and grown to 500 by 200 metres.
Thousands gather across Ireland to watch rare partial solar eclipse
Thousands gathered across Ireland to watch a rare partial solar eclipse, with Phoenix Park in Dublin drawing huge crowds. The next one visible in Ireland won't be until 2090.
Solar eclipse chaos: police called to 'free glasses' handout
Police were called to manage disorderly queues in Bristol as thousands scrambled for free solar glasses ahead of the partial eclipse, with at least 90% of the sun obscured.
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