Thunderstorms to batter elements of England affecting Wimbledon as yellow heat-health warning issued

Thunderstorms are set to strike elements of England and doubtlessly disrupt Wimbledon over the weekend following excessive temperatures which prompted a yellow heat-health alert.

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The Met Office has predicted temperatures of 27-30C throughout the nation on Friday and into the weekend.

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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the weather company issued the warmth warning for London, the South East, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, and Yorkshire and the Humber, from Friday till Sunday morning.

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People with pre-existing well being circumstances and the aged had been suggested to be aware of the humid and muggy climate.

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However, thundery downpours are anticipated on Saturday night, cooling down the circumstances.

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Grahame Madge of the Met Office stated the thunderstorms can be "spectacular" as they might run down the "spine" of England.

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Mr Madge stated: "There will potentially be quite spectacular thunderstorms on Saturday running along the spine of England. Then we have a return to fresher conditions once that cold front has moved through."

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The forecast suggests frequent lightning, hail and powerful gusts may accompany the storms.

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The temperatures previous the opposed climate should not "heatwave territory" in response to the climate service spokesman.

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He added: "The temperatures are high 20s and potentially 30C which would reach the threshold for a heatwave but we haven't got the duration."

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Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UKHSA, stated: "The forecasted high temperatures are expected to be short lived, but could primarily impact those over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions.

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"If you might have buddies, household or neighbours who're extra weak, you will need to verify in on them and guarantee they're conscious of the forecasts and are following the mandatory recommendation."

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Spells of rain are anticipated subsequent week throughout elements of the UK and dampening play at Wimbledon.

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