Britain Braces for Searing Heatwave as Wildfires Spread and Emergency Services Strained. A severe heatwave gripping the UK is set to intensify, with temperatures expected to soar to a scorching 38C on Thursday, prompting an emergency Cobra meeting to be chaired by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. The extreme heat has already sparked numerous wildfires across the country, putting a significant strain on emergency services and exacerbating drought conditions in many parts of Britain. As the prime minister prepares to meet with ministers, officials, and agencies, residents are bracing for another day of sweltering temperatures, with Wednesday forecast to reach a sweltering 33C.
High temperatures continue across UK with 38C forecast on Thursday and wildfires stretching emergency servicesAndy Burnham will chair an emergency Cobra meeting in response to extreme heat, which has caused wildfires and plunged many parts of Britain into drought.The prime minister will meet ministers, officials and agencies as high temperatures continue across the UK, with temperatures of 33C forecast on Wednesday and up to 38C on Thursday. Continue reading...
