Amber heat health alerts have been extended to the north of England, as the third heatwave of the year is expected to see temperatures soar to 35C (95F) on Thursday.<\/p>\n
The alerts cover almost all of England, indicating that the heat is likely to have a significant impact on health services and cause possible travel disruption until 21:00 BST on Sunday.<\/p>\n
NHS England has warned many of its ambulance services are facing “sustained pressure” due to the heatwave, and rail services have advised passengers to expect disruption.<\/p>\n
While temperatures are not due to match those recorded in June’s record-breaking heatwave, the heat may last longer – possibly until the end of next week.<\/p>\n
The alerts for north-west England and Yorkshire – issued in situations that could potentially put the whole population at risk – join those already in force for the Midlands, eastern, and southern England. A yellow alert, indicating that significant impact is possible, covers the north-east.<\/p>\n