UK Heatwave Ends, Drought Lingers | UK News

UK just endured its fifth heatwave of the year, with London hitting a scorching 38.1°C — but relief is on the way. Temperatures will dip this weekend, with highs in the mid-20s across central England and lower 20s northward. Light showers may briefly touch southeast England Saturday, while Sunday brings clouds and scattered rain to Scotland and northern England — no downpours expected. The dry spell has pushed nearly three-quarters of England and all of Wales into drought, with rainfall far below average. Wildfires have erupted nationwide, prompting Prime Minister Andy Burnham to deploy the military and ban disposable barbecues amid dangerous conditions — 37 fires still smoldering, including one requiring 100 troops in South Wales. A potential deluge arrives Monday evening across northern England, and experts warn that El Niño could bring a wetter autumn and winter — flooding might follow the fires. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/27cff98f7b38fddc