Amber extreme heat warning issued with highs of 33C expected in Wakefield
An Amber Extreme Heat warning has been issued by the Met Office with temperatures likely to peak around 33C in Wakefield this week.
Across Wakefield and the Five Towns, temperatures will reach 32C tomorrow (Wednesday) and highs of 33C are expected on Thursday, August 13.
Met Office Chief Forecaster Chris Bulmer said: “While the peak heat will be more short-lived than recent heatwaves, temperatures widely into the mid-30s Celsius on Thursday brings the potential for impacts for some, which is why a Met Office warning has been issued.
“High pressure is now becoming dominant and temperatures will build day-by-day.
"Southerly and southeasterly winds will also tap into the hot conditions over Europe which helps develop this further notable heat in what has been a hot and dry summer so far for many in the south of the UK.”
The Met Office warning highlights likely health impacts, as well as potential water safety incidents and travel disruption.
Some heat sensitive systems and equipment may also be disrupted, with the potential for power cuts in places.
With high temperatures and dry conditions continuing for many, wildfire continues to be a risk for some in the coming week.
The Met Office says temperatures will drop to around 22C by Saturday with drizzle forecast for Monday.