UK Weather Set for Thunderstorms and Rain Following Heatwave
Thunderstorm and downpours verdict issued amid 'big change’ to weather after heatwave
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The UK is bracing for thunderstorms and heavy rain as temperatures drop significantly after a recent heatwave. The Met Office predicts a shift to cooler weather with average temperatures expected between 17-21 degrees Celsius, particularly affecting Wales and central England.
- 01Record temperatures reached 35.1C in Kew Gardens, London, and 32.9C in Cardiff during the heatwave.
- 02The Met Office forecasts thunderstorms and heavy rain starting Monday, particularly in Wales and southern England.
- 03Temperatures will drop by up to 14 degrees from the previous week, returning to seasonal averages.
- 04At least 15 fatalities occurred during the heatwave, prompting safety warnings from emergency services.
- 05A search operation is ongoing in South Yorkshire for an 11-year-old boy who went missing in the River Don.
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Following a record-breaking heatwave, the UK is set to experience a significant weather change with thunderstorms and heavy downpours predicted. The Met Office reported temperatures peaked at 35.1C in Kew Gardens, London, and 32.9C in Cardiff earlier this week. Starting Monday, cooler temperatures are expected, averaging 17-21 degrees Celsius, which is about 14 degrees lower than the previous week. Senior meteorologist Rebecca Mitchell noted that the upcoming rain will be beneficial for many areas that have been dry. The thunderstorms are likely to impact central and southern regions, including Wales and Northern England. This weather change comes after at least 15 people lost their lives during the heatwave, leading to increased safety warnings from authorities. In South Yorkshire, a search continues for an 11-year-old boy who went missing in the River Don during the heatwave.
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The expected rainfall will help alleviate dry conditions, benefiting agriculture and gardening.
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