UK heatwaves3 hrs agoThe rise of the 'heat spike'Simon King looks at whether rapid jumps in temperature are becoming more common.3 hrs ago9 hrs agoMore than 80 tonnes of rubbish collected from beachesThe rubbish was left after thousands flocked to beaches in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.9 hrs ago12 hrs agoMap shows free places to cool down in LondonMapped venues include the O2, the Royal Opera House and the Imperial War Museum.12 hrs ago1 day agoWhy thunderstorms follow hot weatherDramatic lightning strikes lit up stormy skies across parts of England after the recent sweltering heatwave gave way to cooler clouds and rain.1 day ago1 day agoNo, weather maps did not change to 'scare' peopleSocial media posts wrongly claim the colours used in maps to show temperatures are designed to mislead.1 day ago1 day agoWhat does hot weather do to the body?Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.1 day ago2 days agoPool shut in heatwave may open early this summerThe council is exploring options after "frustration" the park paddling pool was closed in a heatwave.2 days ago2 days agoSafety warning after nine water-related deaths during heatwaveCharities urge people to take precautions after at least nine people died after getting into difficulty in water during the warm weather. 2 days ago2 days ago'Appalling' scenes at Hampstead Heath pond slammedPeople took to water that is barred to bathers, as temperatures soared over the bank holiday weekend.2 days ago...
