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Heatwave warning as England set to be hotter than Barbados this week

A second summer heatwave arrives in Britain with an amber weather alert issued across most of England due to temperatures expected to rise up to 34-35 degrees Celsius in the coming days — A second summer heatwave arrives in Britain with an amber weather alert issued across most of England due to temperatures expected to rise up to 34-35 degrees Celsius in the coming days (EPA)

Monday is forecast to be one of the hottest June days on record in the UK, with temperatures reaching 34C, coinciding with the start of Wimbledon.
Wimbledon's opening day is expected to be its hottest ever, surpassing the previous record of 29.3C set in 2001.
Much of England is experiencing its fourth day of a heatwave, with parts of the south-east potentially reaching 35C on Tuesday, while Scotland and Northern Ireland face cooler, wet weather.
A second amber heat health alert is in effect for London, the East Midlands, South East, South West, and East of England until Tuesday, warning of significant health and social care impacts.
London Fire Brigade has issued a warning about a severe wildfire risk due to high temperatures and low rainfall, urging the public to act responsibly to prevent fires.

Monday set to be one of the hottest June days ever with temperatures to hit 34C — In full