Solihull Air Quality Concerns Over Rise in Deaths Linked to Pollutant
Solihull's air quality shows downward NO2 trend, but a rise in adult mortality attributable to particulate pollution sparks debate among councillors.
Solihull's air quality shows downward NO2 trend, but a rise in adult mortality attributable to particulate pollution sparks debate among councillors.
The Met Office has confirmed a potential heatwave for the UK this weekend, with temperatures possibly reaching 30°C in the southeast, though extreme conditions like last week are unlikely.
A heatwave is now on course for the UK as soon as July 3-5, with Birmingham potentially surging to 40C by July 11 and a possible July record of 41C.
The next UK heatwave is expected to last at least 10 days from July 3, with London reaching 32C and Birmingham seeing three days of 30C heat, according to Met Office forecasts.
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RecommendedTemperatures in Birmingham drop over 10C from last week's extreme heat, with highs of 23C today and cooler conditions persisting through the week.
The next scorching UK heatwave is just days away, with temperatures set to climb again heading into the weekend, paving the way for days of warm sunshine.
GFS weather model predicts a new heatwave starting July 8, with temperatures potentially reaching 41C on July 11, breaking the UK record of 40.3C set in 2022.
Weather maps show a new heatwave may hit Birmingham from July 10-12, with temperatures reaching 32C, meeting the 27C threshold for three consecutive days.
Birmingham and the West Midlands are set to hit 32C on Saturday, July 11, as a new heatwave arrives, according to wxcharts.com, with temperatures potentially reaching 34C in London.
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RecommendedWeather maps show a new 34C heatwave will hit England from July 10-12, with only Cumbria spared. Temperatures peak at 34C in London on July 11.
Police will conduct more roadside eyesight tests under a new government road safety strategy. Drivers who fail face having their licence revoked by the DVLA. Plans also include mandatory tests for over-70s.
A new July heatwave is set to bring scorching 32C temperatures and days of sunshine, with Birmingham reaching 30C by July 7, according to BBC and Met Office forecasts.
Temperatures will climb to 30C in London and 27C in the West Midlands by July 6, with a greater chance of hot conditions later in July, according to the Met Office.
New weather maps predict a blistering 38C heatwave hitting the Midlands by July 11, following record-breaking June temperatures. The GFS model shows 17 counties could be affected.
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RecommendedHouseholds told to cut showers to 4 minutes or less as Severn Trent produces extra 400 million litres daily during record-breaking June heatwave.
Children under 12 and Irish passport holders are exempt from Spain's new fingerprint scanning rules under the EU Entry/Exit System, affecting millions of British tourists.
The June heatwave will end on Sunday, with temperatures dropping to 21C in the West Midlands after record-breaking 38C days. Met Office forecasts fresher conditions.
Severn Trent Water urges West Midlands households to use watering cans instead of hosepipes during record-breaking June heatwave, as water production hits all-time high.
InstaVolt calls on UK government to improve signage for electric vehicle charging sites after planning application for non-functional wind turbine rejected, highlighting barrier to EV adoption.
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RecommendedA heat dome is driving the UK's record-breaking June heatwave, causing school closures and red weather warnings, with climate change intensifying events.
The Met Office has confirmed a full list of areas in east and southeast England facing a fourth day of heatwave on Saturday, with an amber warning for extreme heat until 9pm.
The Met Office has extended a yellow thunderstorm warning for the West Midlands, with heavy rain and lightning expected to cause travel disruption and potential flooding.
The Met Office has confirmed 113 areas in the UK will face thunderstorms on Friday, June 26, as the heatwave finally breaks with heavy downpours and respite.
After a record-breaking heatwave, thunderstorms are forecast for the West Midlands, bringing relief but also potential flooding and travel disruption.
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RecommendedA yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in force from 6pm, with sudden 60mph winds, lightning, hail and heavy rain possible across parts of the West Midlands.
Thunderstorms are forecast for the West Midlands as a record-breaking heatwave ends, bringing potential flooding and travel disruption.
West Midlands Zoo extends closure into a third day due to extreme hot weather warnings, prioritizing animal and visitor safety.
The Met Office warns of 34C heat on Saturday for eastern England, with 31 areas under warning. Cooler weather arrives Sunday for most, but east clings to heat.
The Met Office has confirmed 106 areas across the UK will face thunderstorms on Friday as the heatwave ends, with yellow warnings for disruption from lightning, hail, and gusty winds.
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RecommendedTemperatures in Birmingham are set to drop by 11 degrees this weekend, from 34C on June 25 to 23C on June 28, according to the Met Office.