Met Office forecasters predict there could be a heatwave this week in some parts of the UK
Temperatures will soar to highs of 26C in Greater Manchester today - as a heat health alert kicks in for much of England.
The weather picture is set to be similar on Tuesday and Wednesday, with more highs of 26C in Greater Manchester. Dry and sunny conditions are expected, amid some cloudy intervals.The warmer weather comes as forecasters predict there may be a heatwave in some parts of the UK as temperatures climb to 31C. Forecasters said 'some central and southern areas are likely to see temperatures approaching the values needed for heatwave conditions'.
The alert, issued jointly by the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office, came into force at 8am this morning and will remain in place until 5pm on Thursday. It covers all but one region of England and highlights the risk of increased pressure on healthcare services as a result of the hot weather. He added: "My advice to people would be by all means go out and enjoy. They have been waiting for summer.
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