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Colourful sunset over Church Street caused by African sands
Croydon and the rest of London were treated to a special golden light show at sunset yesterday, caused by an unusual combination of meteorological factors, including sand particles blown thousands of miles from the Sahara Desert. The spectacular sight included … Continue reading
NHS and agencies urge caution as temperatures soar to 32º
With an amber warning issued over rising temperatures in the coming days, NHS London has issued urgent health advice, asking people to take care and use NHS services wisely. Weather forecasters are predicting temperatures in Croydon as high as 32º … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Health
Tagged Croydon, Hot weather, London, Met Office, NHS, NHS London, Severe Weather Emergency Protocol, SWEP, Weather warning
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London Fire Brigade issues safety alerts ahead of heatwave
Following tragic drownings and multiple grass fires during hot spells in and around Croydon in recent summers, the emergency services are urging the public to act safely and responsibly during this week’s forecast heatwave. They have even warned residents in … Continue reading
Posted in Croydon parks, Environment, London Fire Brigade, London-wide issues
Tagged Drownings, Grassfires, heatwave, LFB, London Fire Brigade, Met Office
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Storm Ciarán: Met caution as more bad weather yet to come
The Met Office and major rail operators have advised Londoners to stay at home and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary, as the south coast braces itself for further gales later today and into Friday. Storm Ciarán is the third major … Continue reading
Hosepipe ban ‘in weeks’ as second heat health warning issued
Five more days of 30-degrees-plus temperatures, and with no sign of rain any time soon has seen Thames Water follow other companies in issuing drought notifications The summer-long drought and another heatwave with temperatures over 30 degrees for several days … Continue reading
