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Heatwave: Scotland breaks hottest temperature record with 34.8C

An amber weather warning for extreme heat remains in place for much of southern and eastern parts of the country.

Heatwave: Scotland breaks hottest temperature record with 34.8C Jeff J Mitchell / Staff via Getty Images
Loch Lomond is a popular beauty spot for people looking to cool off. Jeff J Mitchell / Staff via Getty Images
Kevin Scott
Kevin Scott
19th Jul 2022
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