Health alert as mercury soars again

HEALTH alerts have come into force around the country, as temperatures could hit 34C during the fourth heatwave of the summer.

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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warned of possible deadly effects as it issued heat health warnings for all of England. Amber warnings were in place for the East Midlands, the West Midlands, Eastern England, London and the South East until today, with yellow warnings in place for the remainder of the country.