Heavy rainfall and flooding have hit parts of the United Kingdom as warnings of thunderstorm remain in place. Heavy showers have caused flooding in areas of Cornwall and Devon, these areas were under an amber level alert issued by the Met office.

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The United Kingdom is in the grip of a record heat wave and drought. Now, the NASA has released satellite images showing Britain's landscape turning brown from green due to drought. The wars are not over for the UK as it is bracing for several days of thunderstorms.

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Battling extreme hot weather conditions, UK is now bracing for thunderstorms that are expected to last several days. While it might sound like a sign of relief, meteorologists say it is far from it. Much of the country is facing dry conditions, even leading to wildfires in some places. The lack of rain has worsened things and left the ground parched.

 
The latest warning of thunderstorms for four days this week can lead to flash floods as instead of soaking into the ground, the water is expected run off the soil. Experts say there is a high probability of this happening since dry land does not let water in easily, which leads to water pooling and ultimately running off the ground, causing flash floods.

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The Met Office said that this sudden flooding can affect homes,&nbsp;office and buildings are likely to suffer damage.&nbsp;

There is a yellow weather in place for Scotland and Northern Ireland until 11.59 pm on Monday and for all of England and Wales till 11.59 pm Tuesday. Power cuts, train and bus delays and cancellations, besides bad driving conditions for motorists are also likely to happen due to the floods.

Experts say that these rains are not going to help the dry conditions and the drought will persist.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, an amber heat warning was in place on Sunday with temperatures soaring above 30 degree Celsius in some parts of the country. The highest temperature of 34.9 degree Celsius was recorded in Charlwood, Surrey. A drought was recently declared in many places following a nine-day dry spell, the longest since 1976.&nbsp;

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Battling extreme hot weather conditions, UK is now bracing for thunderstorms that are expected to last several days. While it might sound like a sign of relief, meteorologists say it is far from it.

Battling extreme hot weather conditions, UK is now bracing for thunderstorms that are expected to last several days. While it might sound like a sign of relief, meteorologists say it is far from it. Much of the country is facing dry conditions, even leading to wildfires in some places. The lack of rain has worsened things and left the ground parched. The latest warning of thunderstorms for four days this week can lead to flash floods as instead of soaking into the ground, the water is expected run off the soil. Experts say there is a high probability of this happening since dry land does not let water in easily, which leads to water pooling and ultimately running off the ground, causing flash floods. Also Read | UK Met Office’s heatwave prediction for 2050 set to turn real next week The Met Office said that this sudden flooding can affect homes, office and buildings are likely to suffer damage. There is a yellow weather in place for Scotland and Northern Ireland until 11.59 pm on Monday and for all of England and Wales till 11.59 pm Tuesday. Power cuts, train and bus delays and cancellations, besides bad driving conditions for motorists are also likely to happen due to the floods. Experts say that these rains are not going to help the dry conditions and the drought will persist. Also Read | Amid heatwave, UK declares drought across eight areas of England Meanwhile, an amber heat warning was in place on Sunday with temperatures soaring above 30 degree Celsius in some parts of the country. The highest temperature of 34.9 degree Celsius was recorded in Charlwood, Surrey. A drought was recently declared in many places following a nine-day dry spell, the longest since 1976. (With inputs from agencies)

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The United Kingdom has declared a drought in parts of England. Drought poses a risk of crop failure in the UK. An extreme heat alert was also issued in England and Wales.

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Bottled water is flying off the shelves fast across major supermarkets in the UK, as people are panic buying amidst the worst-ever drought in the country’s history on the back of a severe heatwave.

According to Daily Mail, an Aldi store in London put up notices rationing three to five drinking water bottles per customer. The shop later took down the posters.

“Limits are necessary for supporting you and your neighbours to find the products you need,” the poster read.

With some areas of the country not receiving significant rainfall all summer, the Environment Agency has officially declared drought in half of England—the first time since 2018.

The Met has warned of continued dry spell until September in southern England even as it has predicted torrential downpours and thunderstorms on Monday in some parts of the country.

On Friday, temperatures climbed to 35°C, making the country hotter than parts of the Caribbean. Officials are also expecting food shortage as there are reports of heat damaging crops like potatoes, apples, hops, broccoli and sprouts.

Farmers are doubtful of cultivating crops for next year, as there are concerns that many will decide not to, with dire consequences for the 2023 harvest.

The authorities have urged residents of drought-affected areas to be frugal with water due to Britain’s driest summer in 50 years, with no rain and 37°C forecast Saturday and 35°C on Sunday.

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There are reports of UK government mulling placing harsher restrictions, including banning the cleaning of vehicles, buildings and windows, and ban on sprinklers.

Water minister Steve Double, meanwhile, assured that there is enough drinking water for the people.

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&nbsp;We are currently experiencing a second heatwave after what was the driest July on record for parts of the country. Action is already being taken by the government and other partners including the Environment Agency to manage the impacts. All water companies have reassured us that essential supplies are still safe, and we have made it clear it is their duty to maintain those supplies,” he was quoted as saying by The Guardian.

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Bottled water is flying off the shelves fast across major supermarkets in the UK, as people are panic buying amidst the worst-ever drought in the country’s history on the back of a severe heatwave.

Bottled water is flying off the shelves fast across major supermarkets in the UK, as people are panic buying amidst the worst-ever drought in the country’s history on the back of a severe heatwave. According to Daily Mail, an Aldi store in London put up notices rationing three to five drinking water bottles per customer. The shop later took down the posters. “Limits are necessary for supporting you and your neighbours to find the products you need,” the poster read. With some areas of the country not receiving significant rainfall all summer, the Environment Agency has officially declared drought in half of England—the first time since 2018. The Met has warned of continued dry spell until September in southern England even as it has predicted torrential downpours and thunderstorms on Monday in some parts of the country. On Friday, temperatures climbed to 35°C, making the country hotter than parts of the Caribbean. Officials are also expecting food shortage as there are reports of heat damaging crops like potatoes, apples, hops, broccoli and sprouts. Farmers are doubtful of cultivating crops for next year, as there are concerns that many will decide not to, with dire consequences for the 2023 harvest. The authorities have urged residents of drought-affected areas to be frugal with water due to Britain’s driest summer in 50 years, with no rain and 37°C forecast Saturday and 35°C on Sunday. Also read | Amid heatwave, UK declares drought across eight areas of England There are reports of UK government mulling placing harsher restrictions, including banning the cleaning of vehicles, buildings and windows, and ban on sprinklers. Water minister Steve Double, meanwhile, assured that there is enough drinking water for the people. Also read | 2022 sets record fire activity in southwest Europe: EU We are currently experiencing a second heatwave after what was the driest July on record for parts of the country. Action is already being taken by the government and other partners including the Environment Agency to manage the impacts. All water companies have reassured us that essential supplies are still safe, and we have made it clear it is their duty to maintain those supplies,” he was quoted as saying by The Guardian. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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When Liz Truss and Nicola Sturgeon met at Cop26 last year, the Scottish first minister claimed that the UK leadership candidate asked her about how to secure an interview in Vogue magazine.

The minister recalled meeting her favourite leadership candidate at the international climate summit while speaking at an Edinburgh fringe event on Wednesday. Sturgeon admitted to the audience, "I had just done, and this is going to sound really up myself but I don’t mean to … I’d just been interviewed by Vogue, as you do … that was the main thing she wanted to talk to me about, she wanted to know how she could get into Vogue," The Guardian reported.

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Sturgeon responded, saying that Vogue asked her to do the interview.

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However, Sturgeon, during the event, responded to the remarks made by her&nbsp;favourite candidate. Liz Truss labelled the Scottish minister as an ‘attention seeker’ and asked people to ignore her. During her second independence referendum, Truss said, "She’s an attention seeker, that’s what she is. What we need to do is show the people of Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales what we’re delivering for them and make sure that all of our government policies apply right across the United Kingdom," The Guardian reported.

In a conversation with a political analyst during the fringe event, Sturgeon said that when she told Truss that she’s been featured in Vogue twice, Truss looked as if she ‘swallowed a wasp.’ The minister said that she still remembers the instance because first, they met at the largest climate change conference and secondly because Truss was mostly interested in the Vogue.

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When Liz Truss and Nicola Sturgeon met at Cop26 last year, the Scottish first minister claimed that the UK leadership candidate asked her about how to secure an interview in Vogue magazine.

When Liz Truss and Nicola Sturgeon met at Cop26 last year, the Scottish first minister claimed that the UK leadership candidate asked her about how to secure an interview in Vogue magazine. The minister recalled meeting her favourite leadership candidate at the international climate summit while speaking at an Edinburgh fringe event on Wednesday. Sturgeon admitted to the audience, "I had just done, and this is going to sound really up myself but I don’t mean to … I’d just been interviewed by Vogue, as you do … that was the main thing she wanted to talk to me about, she wanted to know how she could get into Vogue," The Guardian reported. Also read | Both Truss, Sunak willing to serve on the other’s cabinet in case of loss Sturgeon responded, saying that Vogue asked her to do the interview. Also read | UK: Liz Truss makes U-turn on pledge, first major campaign misstep However, Sturgeon, during the event, responded to the remarks made by her favourite candidate. Liz Truss labelled the Scottish minister as an ‘attention seeker’ and asked people to ignore her. During her second independence referendum, Truss said, "She’s an attention seeker, that’s what she is. What we need to do is show the people of Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales what we’re delivering for them and make sure that all of our government policies apply right across the United Kingdom," The Guardian reported. In a conversation with a political analyst during the fringe event, Sturgeon said that when she told Truss that she’s been featured in Vogue twice, Truss looked as if she ‘swallowed a wasp.’ The minister said that she still remembers the instance because first, they met at the largest climate change conference and secondly because Truss was mostly interested in the Vogue. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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