Thunderstorm warnings in place as drought declared for millions

Severe thunderstorm warnings are issued as millions face drought conditions in the UK, with temperatures set to soar, matching previous highs. Yorkshire is declared drought-hit after the driest spring in over a century. The Environment Agency warns of water scarcity and potential restrictions, as thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected across southern regions, which may intensify flash flooding. Heat-health alerts are issued for eastern England due to soaring temperatures, posing health risks to vulnerable individuals.