UK Records Hottest Day of Year as Temperature Crosses 38°C in West London The UK's scorching heatwave has broken records once again, shattering previous highs and leaving the nation wondering if it's truly prepared for extreme weather.
On Thursday, Kew Gardens in west London recorded a provisional reading of 38. 1°C, eclipsing previous temperatures.
While temperatures reached 38°C in Pershore, Worcestershire, and 36°C or higher was recorded in 40 locations across central and southern England, the real concern lies not just in the numbers but in the infrastructure that's supposed to safeguard public health.