Record breaking heatwave set to begin across Scotland

Plenty of ice cream and lots of water are among top tips to stay cool

Summer has finally arrived, but as the country heats up– there’s a warning.

Temperatures are set to soar over the days ahead with the Met Office releasing an amber alert for heat in Scotland. In England that alert is red– indicating they expect exceptional heat.

Forecasters predict for the first time there is a realistic possibility of hitting 40 degrees in the UK — a potential indicator of the climate crisis. As the mercury rises, people and businesses are preparing for the hot weather to come.

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