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UK Rain Shifts After Heatwave | UK News

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UK braces for a dramatic weather flip: after record-breaking heat and drought, heavy rain, hail, and lightning are moving in — but the wettest areas may be far from where it’s needed most. A low-pressure system brings much cooler Arctic air, dropping temps across Scotland and Northern Ireland to 13-18°C and England/Wales to 18-22°C. While rain seems like relief, parched ground can’t absorb it fast enough, risking flash floods without replenishing reservoirs or groundwater. August may dodge another heatwave, but September could warm up again — especially in the south — though long-range forecasts remain uncertain. 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/618a6ce4010b1849

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