London is experiencing a heatwave, with temperatures predicted to hit 34C on Tuesday, following the warmest night of the year at 23C. This tropical night classification is akin to conditions in the Mediterranean. The UK Health Security Agency has issued amber heat health alerts for parts of England, warning of health impacts, particularly for vulnerable groups. The London Fire Brigade cautions about potential wildfires. The opening day of Wimbledon set a record with 32.3C at Kew Gardens, the warmest ever, though cooler conditions are expected later in the week.
Parts of the capital saw temperatures no lower than 23C through the night, marking what meteorologists describe as a tropical night.
Amber heat health alerts have been extended by the UK Health Security Agency for swathes of England, including London, until 9am on Wednesday.
The temperature of 32.3C recorded at Kew Gardens set a provisional record for the hottest start to The Championships.
The heatwave is continuing with forecasts predicting temperatures of 34C or even higher across London.
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