UK heatwaves20 hrs agoDrought causing burst pipes, warns Severn TrentThe recent hot weather has left the ground dry and unstable, causing greater movement in the soil 20 hrs ago22 hrs agoIn pictures: Lightning strikes illuminate stormy West MidlandsYour pictures of a storm across the region.22 hrs ago1 day agoFlood-ready warning issued after summer droughtHard ground created by drought and five heatwaves has increased the risk of flash flooding.1 day ago2 days agoScottish Highlands benefiting from 'coolcation' trendScotland and other northern European nations are seeing more tourists as people avoid the heat.2 days ago3 days agoFarmers urge people to 'be patient' amid droughtFarmers and animal charities says summer heatwaves have had a "huge impact" on crops.3 days ago3 days agoSummer heatwave of 1976 was 'like a war zone'As another hot summer prompts comparisons with 1976, people say the memories remain vivid.3 days ago3 days agoDead fish found at lake linked to heatwaveEnvironment Agency officers believe a recent algal bloom has caused a drop in oxygen in the water.3 days ago4 days agoDrought leaves 'barely any apples' to make ciderSome orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.4 days ago4 days ago'With London in drought we need to change how we think about water'Experts say a changing climate and increasing demand for water will mean people need to make changes.4 days ago...
