The heat health alert has been ramped up to level 4 for the first time on record, with temperatures on Monday and Tuesday next week (18-19 July), potentially reaching as high as 40°C

For the first time in history, the heat health alert has been raised to level 4, with temperatures on Monday and Tuesday next week (18-19 July) potentially reaching 40°C.

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A severe heatwave, according to the government’s Level 4 alert, could have consequences beyond health and social care, affecting transportation systems, food, water, energy supplies, and businesses.