UK Records Hottest Day of 2024 with 34.8C in Cambridge

Heat health alerts issued as temperatures soar, with thunderstorms forecast for northern regions.

• Cambridge reached 34.8C, marking the highest temperature in the UK this year.
• Yellow heat health alerts are in place for several regions, including London and the Midlands.
• Thunderstorms and heavy rain affected northern England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
• The Met Office advises keeping curtains closed and staying hydrated during peak heat.
• Temperatures are expected to cool down to average levels by midweek.

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