Temperatures across the UK have soared past 29°C as the nation heads into a heatwave expected to bring sustained high temperatures through the weekend.

The Met Office warns that southern regions may see highs of 32°C while emergency services caution of rising wildfire risk following one of the driest springs on record.

The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat-health alerts, advising vulnerable individuals to take precautions amid concerns over heat-related illness.

Authorities are urging the public to stay hydrated, monitor older adults, and stay vigilant to fire hazards until conditions cool early next week.