- Met Office forecasts a record-breaking heatwave and severe drought affecting both England and Wales.
Heatwave led to record consumer stockpiling.
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Updated Jun 30
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Heatwave led to record consumer stockpiling.
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Met Office forecasts a record-breaking heatwave and severe drought affecting both England and Wales.Also in this story
- Drought conditions are impacting both England and Wales, with the Met Office providing data on rainfall and temperatures.
- Extreme heat impacts agricultural output and water levels. The heatwave has caused an estimated $1.5 billion in damage to the UK economy.
- Met Office issues heat warnings for the Midlands and Wales, with Birmingham predicted to reach 38C.