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Met Office forecasts a record-breaking heatwave and severe drought affecting both England and Wales.

34 reports, 15 independent Updated Sep 2
Gone quiet Reached 4 outlets in its first 24 hours
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Met Office forecasts a record-breaking heatwave and severe drought affecting both England and Wales.

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  1. Drought hits England and Wales; EA declares drought in Wales, record driest July.1 source
  2. Drought conditions are impacting both England and Wales, with the Met Office providing data on rainfall and temperatures.Sub-event
  3. Met Office confirms England's driest July and Wales' low rainfall amid severe drought and wildfires.1 source
  4. Extreme heat impacts agricultural output and water levels. The heatwave has caused an estimated $1.5 billion in damage to the UK economy.Sub-event
  5. Met Office forecasts temporary relief from drought conditions in England.1 source
  6. Met Office forecasts warm conditions and heatwaves across England and Wales, influenced by high pressure from the Azores.Sub-event
  7. Heatwave led to record consumer stockpiling.Sub-event
  8. Forecasts predict extreme heatwaves in England and Wales, with Brian Gaze serving as a forecaster for the Met Office.1 source
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  1. A heatwave is currently affecting Greater Manchester and Cheshire.Sub-event
  2. Met Office issues heat warnings for the Midlands and Wales, with Birmingham predicted to reach 38C.Sub-event
  3. Met Office warns of severe drought and record heatwave hitting England and Wales.1 source

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