Weather & Science
Climate Change Increases Intensity of Heat Wave Scorching UK
A woman covers her head from the sun on Westminster Bridge.
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Climate change is likely intensifying the heat wave scorching the UK, increasing temperatures by as much as 4C (7.2F), according to new research.
High pressure over the UK, along with a stream of air that is rapidly warming as it descends from over Greenland, will bring highs of 33C to London on Saturday, with 34C for parts of eastern England, Met Office forecasts show.