June 26th 2024.
As the scorching sun beats down on London Bridge, commuters find themselves with no escape from the sweltering heat. It's the hottest day of the year so far, and Londoners are feeling the heat as a mini heatwave grips the city. But if you're feeling groggy after a restless night, you're not alone. The whole city seems to be struggling with the heat.
According to the Met Office, Tuesday saw the highest temperatures of the year in the UK. Chertsey in Surrey reached a sweltering 30 degrees Celsius, while even Heathrow Airport hit a high of 29.7 degrees. And it seems that the heat is not going anywhere, as the south and North West regions are expected to reach almost 30 degrees today.
As the midweek approaches, the day starts off warm in most of England and southern Scotland. There's a bit of thin cloud in the North West and on coastal areas, but that's expected to clear up by late morning. However, there is a chance of showers in northeast England. Overall, the Met Office predicts a dry and sunny day with plenty of sunshine for most areas.
Mark Sidawa, deputy chief meteorologist at the Met Office, explains that although the temperatures may reach heatwave criteria in some areas, it's not guaranteed to be wall-to-wall sunshine. There may be some cloud cover in certain places, but the warm temperatures are expected to continue for the next few days.
Meanwhile, Londoners are making the most of the warm weather, with people seen enjoying the sunshine in Green Park on Tuesday. And while some may be worried about the heat affecting their sleep, it seems that the nighttime temperatures in London are also staying high, with a tropical night expected at around 20 degrees.
But it's not just Londoners who are feeling the heat. The upcoming Glastonbury Festival is set to see temperatures of at least 27 degrees, providing a much-needed break from the recent rain and mud.
For those commuting in London, the heat may feel even more intense due to the heat-trapping buildings and concrete. It's recommended to carry a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day. And if you're taking the Tube, it can be a bit stuffy and uncomfortable, so it's important to look after yourself and others around you.
Transport for London has issued advice for passengers to carry water with them and has a hot weather plan in place to protect the network infrastructure. They urge customers to look out for each other while traveling. About 40% of the Tube network has air conditioning, and all Overground and Elizabeth line trains are equipped with it as well. Some stations also have water points for customers to refill their bottles.
As the temperatures rise, the London Fire Brigade is also concerned about potential safety hazards. They advise against swimming if someone else is in trouble, and to instead call 999 and tell them to float. It's also important to avoid walking or running close to water on your own or at night, as it's easy to slip and fall in. And with the risk of grass fires increasing, it's essential to be careful with cigarettes and barbecues.
So while Londoners enjoy the mini heatwave, it's important to stay safe and look out for each other in the hot weather. And for those heading to Glastonbury, it looks like the music won't be the only thing heating up this week.
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