Yellow heat health alerts have been issued across most of England, with temperatures expected to reach up to 30°C (86°F). The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued these alerts until 17:00 on Thursday, June 27, warning of potential risks to vulnerable people. This could be the summer's highest temperatures so far, with Scotland and Northern Ireland also experiencing warm weather. The heat health alert system, introduced in June 2023, uses a color-coded system from green to red to prepare for extreme weather, aiming to reduce illness by enhancing communication during such events.
World
458 words · 153 secSmall Boat Crossings Hit 2026 High as 781 Arrive in a Day
Small boat crossings to the UK reached a 2026 daily high on Wednesday, with 781 people arriving aboard 10 vessels, according to Home Office figures. Despite the surge, 18,565 crossings have been recorded so far this yea…
Read more→
