Four-day Health Alert Triggered As 30C Heatwave Begins

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A yellow heat health alert has been triggered for most of England including London , as temperatures look likely to soar to 30C in parts of the country.

The alert has been issued for every region except the north east, with some areas being warned of the potential for "significant impacts" on the health and social care sector.

After a cooler and slightly overcast weekend, the capital is set to bask in glorious sunshine from Monday onwards.

The strongest warnings have been issued for the south east, the East Midlands, the east of England and East Anglia.

The UKHSA warns that in London, there are likely to be "minor" impacts on health and social care, including an "increase in risk of mortality amongst vulnerable individuals and increased potential for indoor environments to become very warm".

This warning is also in place for the north-west and north-east of England, the west of England, and the south west.

Liam Esslick, a meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "According to the latest models, there is a chance temperatures could reach 30C.

"It's not guaranteed but this will likely be towards the south-east of England, particularly London, Essex and Kent.