Heatwave set to continue as dry weather raises wildfire and water supply concerns

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Forecasters say the hot, dry spell is expected to continue, bringing further pressure on water supplies and increasing the risk of wildfires. Households are also being urged to use water carefully where restrictions apply.

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00:00Heatwave conditions are expected to continue for several more days across parts of the UK,

00:06with forecasters warning that hot, dry weather is likely to keep pressure on water supplies,

00:12the NHS and increase the risk of wildfires. Some parts of the country have now gone

00:17weeks without measurable rainfall, while millions of households are already affected

00:22by hosepipe restrictions. Temperatures could reach the low 30s again before easing later on

00:28in the week, although many areas are still expected to remain warmer than average.

00:34The country's fire services are urging people to take extra care outdoors,

00:39as dry vegetation can allow fires to spread quickly from everyday sources of ignition.

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