General · 12 July 2026

UK sees "exceptional" wildfire risk amid 33C heat

An "exceptional" danger of wildfires is present across parts of southern England and the south Midlands for the coming days. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber and yellow heat health alerts from July 12 to July 15. England and Wales have already experienced three unprecedented heatwaves and an extended period without rain.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 July 2026 at 9:43

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