The Met Office has sounded the alarm for Cornwall, extending its amber weather warning for heat to cover the entire region as temperatures soar. Temperatures are expected to reach a sweltering 35°C (93°F) in the county, with the warning now covering a vast area of south-west England, including Devon, Somerset, and Dorset.
The Met Office has issued its second amber warning for heat this summer, following a previous alert covering the southern part of the country. Residents are being advised to stay indoors and keep hydrated as temperatures remain high throughout the day, with potential disruptions to transport and outdoor activities also on the cards.
As the UK bakes in the heat, parts of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have already seen temperatures rise above 30°C (86°F), prompting a heat health alert from the UK Health Security Agency. The Met Office has forecast moderate wind speeds ranging from 15mph to 20mph for the next few days, but it's the heat that's causing concern.
The Met Office temperature forecast for the region is stark: Cornwall will reach 35°C (93°F), Devon will see highs of 33°C (91°F), Somerset will hit 32°C (90°F), and Dorset will experience temperatures of 31°C (88°F). With temperatures expected to remain high between 11am and 3pm, residents are being urged to stay indoors during this period, wear light, loose-fitting clothing, and drink plenty of water to stay cool.