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Heatwave to bring thunderstorms and heavy rain
A red heat warning continues along with a yellow warning for thunderstorms.
Rare red extreme heat alert issued for Somerset
Temperatures are expected to reach highs of 39 degrees celsius.
Where to watch the Summer Solstice in the West
Thousands of people are expected to gather at Glastonbury Tor and Stonehenge.
Are Somerset's community hospitals in trouble?
Concerns were raised in Parliament about Frome and Minehead hospitals.
Drug use among Somerset's young people 'becoming normalised'
Somerset's Director of Public Health says a national conversation is needed.
Somerset Council given £50million to tackle flooding
The government grant has been announced following the wet winter of 2025/26.
Navy helicopter 'from Yeovilton' crashes in Devon
Three Royal Navy personnel have died in the incident.
How long will the hot weather last?
Parts of the UK have seen record breaking temperatures of 34.8 degrees.
Why do motorway closures take so long?
Somerset Council is calling on the police and highways to help tackle future long delays.
Bath RUH emergency departments 'require improvement'
The CQC found the hospital under persistent pressure by understaffing and overcrowding.
