AN urgent health warning has been extended as freezing cold conditions have been forecast into the weekend. A level three cold weather alert has been extended now from Friday until Saturday by the UK Health Security Agency. Brits were today braced for more flooding . The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) extended the current level 3 cold weather alert until 12pm on Saturday 28 January. The Environment Agency has activated 33 flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible, and 13 flood warnings, meaning flooding is likely. The warnings cover areas including the Ebble Valley in Wiltshire and the Tarrant Valley in Dorset . Most of them are related to groundwater flooding, where the ground is so waterlogged that it cannot absorb any more and so the excess water floods the surface. It comes after heavy rain and freezing fog have blighted the country in recent weeks, giving groundwater no time to evaporate away. An end to the fog is in sight and conditions are set to … [Read more...] about UK weather: Urgent warning extended as freezing cold conditions causing health risk forecast to continue into weekend
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Brits respond to 31C heatwave baking the UK with hilarious series of memes
AS temperatures continue to sizzle across the UK this weekend, Brits have taken to the internet to share hilarious memes to sum up the heatwave. Britain is currently basking in an extended 30C heatwave, which has seen the nation bask in scorching weather, with Northern Ireland even issuing a hosepipe ban . The Met Office said the highest temperature on Friday was 32.5C (90.5F) in Porthmadog in north-west Wales and highs of 30C-31C (86F-87.8F) are expected on Saturday. This compares with average temperatures for the time of year of 17C (62.6F) in the north and 21C (69.8F) in the south, senior forecaster Marco Petagna said. However, rising temperatures have not put a curb on Brits' humour as many have taken to Twitter to lament the boiling weather. One Twitter user Garden Ninja said: "Its 52 degrees inside... are we really going in?!" Phil Drake said: "UK heatwave day 6 - I've resorted to living in the refrigerator. Please send cold cuts and beer." Sharing a message … [Read more...] about Brits respond to 31C heatwave baking the UK with hilarious series of memes
Denver weather: Arctic blast sweeping into city will bring frigid temps, some snow
An Arctic blast of weather is on the way with wind chill temperatures plunging below zero on Sunday and Monday in widespread areas. In Denver on Saturday there’s a 30% chance for snow after 3 p.m., according to the National Weather Service forecast . Skies will be partly sunny and the high temperature in the city will top out near 33 degrees. Little or no snow accumulation is expected. In the central and northern mountains on Saturday heavy bands of snow are expected in the afternoon, with rates of 1 inch per hour at times, according to the weather service. Snow will be heavier north of Interstate 70, especially in the Park and Gore ranges. Afternoon travel conditions could be hazardous. Snow is expected to decrease overnight. Moderate snow will continue in the mountains today and will become much lighter tonight. Snow will pick back up tomorrow and will last into Monday with another foot of snow possible in Park and Gore Ranges. If you are traveling in the mountains, come … [Read more...] about Denver weather: Arctic blast sweeping into city will bring frigid temps, some snow
I lost my legs serving in Afghanistan – now I’m climbing Mount Everest for the King and will reach top on a historic day
IT was the news that left the whole of Britain feeling on top of the world on the Queen’s Coronation day. As millions packed the streets of London to see young Queen Elizabeth crowned , it was announced that mountaineers Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay had become the first to conquer Everest . Now, 70 years later, a wounded war hero has a date with destiny to make history when King Charles is crowned in May. Hari Budha Magar had both legs blown off above the knee when he was a soldier in Afghanistan and a terrorist bomb exploded. Despite his terrible injuries, father-of-three Hari has set his sights on climbing Everest, the world’s highest mountain at 29,032ft, to coincide with the King’s Coronation . If he succeeds, ex-Gurkha Hari, 43, will become the first above-the-knee double-amputee to stand on the Himalayan summit. READ MORE ON THE KING'S CORONATION ALL THE KING'S HORSES Inside boot camp for King's 100 horses as … [Read more...] about I lost my legs serving in Afghanistan – now I’m climbing Mount Everest for the King and will reach top on a historic day
Massive 85-vehicle Wisconsin pileup injures 27, blocks major interstate for hours in both directions
close Video Tips to survive winter weather travel chaos The Points Guy founder Brian Kelly shares ‘savvy’ tips for stranded travelers on how to survive the chaos caused by extreme winter weather. Dozens of people were hurt in a traffic pileup in southern Wisconsin on Friday amid snowy weather. The crash involving approximately 85 vehicles blocked Interstate 39/90 for hours, according to authorities. Wisconsin State Patrol officials said that snow, ice and whiteout conditions had been factors. According to WIFR-TV, Beloit Memorial Hospital said at least 27 people were treated for injuries sustained in the crash , DANGEROUSLY COLD WEATHE FORECAST ACROSS CENTRAL, NORTHERN US Individuals carry their belongings as they walk away as emergency crews respond to a multi-vehicle accident in both the north and south lanes of Interstate 39/90 just north of the East Creek Road overpass on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, in … [Read more...] about Massive 85-vehicle Wisconsin pileup injures 27, blocks major interstate for hours in both directions
Helen Skelton explains how Strictly live tour is ‘fun’ compared to TV show
Helen Skelton, 39, explained how the Strictly Come Dancing live tour is “fun” compared to the TV show as there is less “pressure”. The Countryfile presenter was filled with positivity last week as she prepared to kick off the tour with all her co-stars at Brimingham’s Utilita Arena. Related articles Michael Bublé opens up in 'tough' video as he 'leaves wife and kids' Jeremy Renner heroically tried to save his nephew in snow plough crush Comparing the live tour with the TV show, Helen admitted that not having to face a weekly dance-off took the “pressure” off. She said: “It’s nice to do it in this big massive space. [It’s] very different to the show, but I think it’s just been fun because the pressure is off and there’s not the pressure of the TV and dance-off and all of that. “So, this is all of the best bits of the show in a good environment.” “I think it’s a celebration and a ‘thank you’, like, we got to have that mad adventure on Strictly … [Read more...] about Helen Skelton explains how Strictly live tour is ‘fun’ compared to TV show