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Amber heat health alerts to kick in across England ahead of fifth summer heatwave – latest news

The Guardian UK Tuesday 11 August 2026, 07:41 UTC By Yohannes Lowe 1 min read
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The alerts come a day after it was officially declared that there are now 11 regions in the country in droughtHealth alerts are set to come into force across England this morning as parts of the UK brace for fifth climate crisis-driven heatwave this summer. Amber heat health alerts have been issued for all regions in England, except the north-east, which mean significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, according to the UK’s Health...

The alerts come a day after it was officially declared that there are now 11 regions in the country in drought

Health alerts are set to come into force across England this morning as parts of the UK brace for fifth climate crisis-driven heatwave this summer.

Amber heat health alerts have been issued for all regions in England, except the north-east, which mean significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, according to the UK’s Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The alerts stretch from 9am on Tuesday until 9am on Friday.

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