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Colourful sunset over Church Street caused by African sands

Posted on March 5, 2026 by insidecroydon

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 →

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National emergency with temperatures set to rise to 40C

Posted on July 15, 2022 by insidecroydon

A national emergency has been declared after a Red warning for extreme heat was issued for the first time, as the Met Office forecast temperatures could hit 40C – or 104F – in London and the south-east, and close to … Continue reading →

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