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Met Office issues rare amber extreme heat warning for parts of England and Wales
Temperatures expected to climb to 30C over the weekend in southern England and south-east Wales
TL;DR
- Met Office issues amber extreme heat warning for southern England and south-east Wales.
- Temperatures expected to reach 34C, with tropical nights also possible.
- UK Health Security Agency warns of health risks and potential rise in water-related incidents.
- RNLI advises caution in open water, emphasizing 'float to live' and contacting emergency services.
- Car breakdown services anticipate an early summer surge due to overheating.
- Advice for drivers includes avoiding travel during peak heat and carrying water for occupants and pets.
- Botanical gardens are taking measures to protect plants from the heat, with some rare and mature plants showing signs of decline.
- Kew Gardens is ensuring glasshouses are ventilated and plants are watered early to combat high temperatures and moisture loss from soil.