UK Temperatures to Drop After Record June Heatwave
The Met Office confirmed Friday as the UK's hottest June day on record at 37.3°C. Temperatures will drop with thunderstorm warnings as the heatwave ends.
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Keep your bedroom cool without spending money: close windows during the day, block afternoon sun, avoid cooking, reposition fans, close internal doors, and cool your home before sleep, advises British Red Cross.
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As UK temperatures soar above 30C, experts urge households to cool cooked meats within two hours and avoid putting warm food directly into the fridge to prevent bacterial growth.
Merseyside Bakes on Hottest June Day as Heatwave Continues
Merseyside experienced its hottest June day on record, with temperatures exceeding 30°C. Crowds flocked to Crosby beach, while jellyfish washed ashore. The Met Office issued an amber warning.
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Emergency measures have been deployed across the UK as a heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C, with health warnings and transport disruptions affecting millions.
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