Amber heat health alerts issued as temperatures above 30C likely

Amber heat health alerts have been issued for all of England as temperatures are expected to surpass 30C, marking the first hot spell of the year. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warns of significant health impacts, particularly on health and social care services, due to the anticipated heatwave. The rising temperatures are attributed to high pressure over the UK, drawing in hot weather from Western Europe, with areas like East Wales, Midlands, and Greater London likely to experience temperatures exceeding 30C. A formal heatwave may be declared for some areas that have already seen consecutive days above 27C.