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  1. A heat wave is affecting several European nations, including England, Italy, and Spain.
  2. Due to extreme weather, the Met Office has issued red heat warnings as the heatwave spreads from the UK into Europe.
  3. Urgent guidance issued by the Met Office regarding extreme heat affecting Western Europe and England.
  4. Heatwave impacts expected across England and Wales, leading to warnings for major cities including London and Birmingham.

Met Office issued Yellow thunderstorm warnings for various UK regions on May 26, 2026.

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Met Office issued Yellow thunderstorm warnings for various UK regions on May 26, 2026.

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Met OfficeEast of EnglandSomersetEnglandWales

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  1. Thunderstorm warnings issued by Met Office cover parts of England and Wales.1 source
  2. Issuing yellow alerts for severe weather in England and Wales.1 source
  3. Met Office forecasts and issues weather warnings for England and Wales.1 source
  4. Severe weather warnings issued for East of England, South East England, and Somerset.1 source
  5. General summary of multiple regional thunderstorm warnings issued by Met Office.1 source

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Heatwave impacts expected across England and Wales, leading to warnings for major cities including London and Birmingham.

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