Heatwave Breaks in UK As Wildfire Risk and Drought Remain

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The UK’s third heatwave of 2025 is finally cooling off — but not without leaving a mark. Temperatures hit 30°C across parts of England, Scotland, and Wales, with Wimbledon spectators struggling under the scorching sun. Amber heat alerts remain in place, wildfires have broken out, and drought conditions are triggering hosepipe bans in Yorkshire. As cooler air and rain begin moving in, experts warn the heatwave’s effects could linger for months. Here’s what you need to know. WooGlobe Ref : WGA161857 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00The heatwave that's been roasting the UK is finally starting to break.

00:04After days of sizzling temperatures, parts of England, Scotland and Wales hit 30 degrees Celsius again today.

00:11But relief is in sight.

00:12Tomorrow brings cooler air and rain from the west,

00:15signaling the end of the third UK heatwave of 2025 for most areas.

00:20Still, southeastern England might hang on to that 30 degrees Celsius heat just a bit longer.

00:25London's temperatures are dropping to 23 degrees Celsius by Tuesday,

00:29with a much-needed splash of rain.

00:31But the impact of this heat has already been serious.

00:34Wimbledon fans suffered under scorching sun, with some needing medical attention.

00:39Amber heat alerts are active in the Midlands and southern England until Monday morning.

00:43And firefighters are on high alert.

00:45In Surrey, a wildfire has already destroyed over 2.6 hectares at Hankley Common.

00:50Water levels are also running dangerously low.

00:53Yorkshire is now officially in drought, with hosepipe bans kicking in this Friday.

00:56Some reservoirs are at half their usual levels.

01:00Unless rainfall returns soon, restrictions could last into winter.

01:04So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are far from over.

01:07So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:08So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:09So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:10So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:11So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:12So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:14So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:15So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:16So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:17So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:18So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

01:19So while the heatwave may be ending, its effects are on high alert.

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