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Developing El Niño Could Be One of the Strongest on Record, Warnings of Record Global Temperatures and Huge Humanitarian Impacts

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A developing El Niño in the Pacific could be one of the strongest on record, with warnings of record global temperatures and significant humanitarian impacts, including droughts, floods, and food supply disruptions.

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The UK anticipates its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures potentially exceeding 30C for up to 10 days, peaking at 34C in London and south-east England. Amber and yellow heat-health alerts are issued, warning of significant impacts on health and social care, particularly for vulnerable groups.

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UK Set for Another Heatwave as Temperatures Could Reach 30C

The UK is likely to experience another heatwave in the coming days as temperatures are forecast to reach 30C. Provisional data shows last month was the warmest June on record for England. Yellow heat health alerts have been issued for several regions, warning of risks to vulnerable people.

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England and UK record warmest and second warmest June respectively

England recorded its warmest June on record, with mean temperatures reaching 17.1C, nearly 3C above average. The UK as a whole experienced its second warmest June. Record-breaking temperatures were observed across the UK, including 37.7C in Lingwood, Norfolk, and 35.9C in Cardiff, Wales.

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Developing El Niño Could Be One of the Strongest on Record, Warnings of Record Global Temperatures and Huge Humanitarian Impacts

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England and UK record warmest and second warmest June respectively