Category : Climate


Berlin Tennis Open Evacuated, Organisers Apologise

The Berlin Tennis Open grounds were evacuated due to severe weather, damaging infrastructure. Organisers apologised for inappropriate staff behaviour during the evacuation. Play postponed until at least 4pm.

UK Braces for Record-Breaking 38C Heatwave

An extreme heat warning has been expanded across the UK as temperatures could reach a record-breaking 38C, potentially surpassing the June high of 35.6C set in 1976.

Fire Destroys Antalya Shawarma on Linthorpe Road

A huge fire on June 20 destroyed Antalya Shawarma in Middlesbrough, with eight fire engines responding. The road remains closed for structural assessment; two people were hospitalized but not seriously injured.

Met Office: Wales Heatwave Becoming Severe Weather Event

The Met Office has issued a second amber extreme heat warning for Wales, with temperatures forecast to reach 38°C. The heatwave is developing into a severe weather event, posing health risks and potential transport disruption.

Salt in Ice Keeps Drinks Cooler During UK Heatwave

Adding salt to ice creates an icy slush below 0°C, chilling drinks faster. The UK faces an amber heat warning with temps up to 36°C. Which? tested methods and found salt-water-ice combo quickest.

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