All the updated news related to heatwaves

All the news related to heatwaves updated in real time

Found 570

forheatwaves

Order by:

Local News

Protecting your pet as Kilkenny temperatures soar this weekend

With temperatures predicted to soar to 25 degrees in parts of Ireland over the weekend, Irish-owned retailer Petmania is warning pet parents that the scorching temperature can be harmful for their animals. The pet store is sharing expert tips for ...

14 Jul 2022 at 11:33

Home

Irish Sun Worshippers See Odds Halved Into 5/1 From 10/1

High pressure isn’t confined to the weather maps this week as bookmakers are feeling the heat of Irish punters backing a temperature record being smashed this weekend as Irish sun worshippers see odds halved to 5/1 From 10/1. Kilkenny may lose ...

14 Jul 2022 at 21:33

High temperatures a ‘wake-up call on climate change’

High temperatures a ‘wake-up call for climate change’

The record temperatures predicted next week are a “wake-up call” over climate change, an expert has said. On Friday, the Met Office issued its first red warning for extreme heat, predicting a 50% chance of temperatures reaching 40C somewhere ...

15 Jul 2022 at 17:04

Motoring News

Heatwave set to trigger ‘big increase’ in breakdowns, says RAC

Extremely high temperatures in the UK look set to start a ‘huge increase’ in vehicle breakdowns. That’s according to the RAC, which says that there is the potential for over 1,000 additional breakdowns to occur than is normal for mid-July. ...

15 Jul 2022 at 12:47

Around Carlow

Dog owners in Carlow reminded to take care of their pets while enjoying the summer weather

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue has issued advice to dog owners in Carlow and across Ireland in relation to taking care of their pets during spells of hot weather. “Dogs are wonderful pets, companions and ...

15 Jul 2022 at 17:33

Cricket

Fans feel the heat at Chester-le-Street as England stars struggle under the sun

Fans, players and staff were feeling the effects of sweltering 37-degree heat as safety concerns emerged during England’s first one-day international against South Africa at Chester-le-Street. On a day of record-breaking temperatures, ...

19 Jul 2022 at 23:22

Scotland

ScotRail to resume full timetable this week as pay dispute is settled

ScotRail trains will return to normal this week with almost 700 more services running each day. The train operator has advised passengers to check times before travel as trains will revert back to this year’s May timetable from ...

19 Jul 2022 at 16:36

UK’s hottest day: How are temperature records measured?

The UK experienced its hottest day on record on Tuesday, with warmer weather than Jamaica, the Maldives and parts of the Sahara Desert. Provisional Met Office figures show Heathrow Airport reached 40.2C in the afternoon, ...

19 Jul 2022 at 16:35

Warning over ‘hazardous substances’ as crowds head to open water to cool down

Swimmers seeking refuge from Britain’s record temperatures in open water have been told they could be risking their health because of the hazardous chemical substances and sewage from storm overflows in UK rivers. As ...

19 Jul 2022 at 16:22

Blazes a ‘wake-up call’ on climate change, firefighters warn after record heat

The outbreak of hundreds of fires amid record temperatures has been labelled a “wake-up call” on climate change, as the UK counts the cost of the heatwave. As temperatures climbed above 40C for the first time ever ...

20 Jul 2022 at 19:34

Five arrested as demonstrators climb motorway signs in climate protest

Woman arrested as demonstrators climb motorway signs in climate protest

Five people have been arrested after protesters climbed motorway signs on the M25 in response to the extreme temperatures and what they describe as the Government’s “inadequate preparations” for climate change. ...

20 Jul 2022 at 20:10

Local News

WATCH: Met Éireann says Laois and other parts of the midlands will be warmest in tropical heatwave

Here’s the latest weather update about the hot and sunny weather over the coming days, from our meteorologist Paul Downes ☀️ More here https://t.co/dz6JbDO4jBhttps://t.co/y935BN3VzB pic.twitter.com/HJE9do9wVv ...

16 Jul 2022 at 21:33

Years
2026

Iconic Media is Ireland's largest independently owned regional newspaper and media group, with an unrivalled audience in print, online and mobile. We have 19 regional newspapers and 21 digital sites.

Iconic Digital Titles

Iconic Print Titles

Letterkenny Live

This publication supports the work of the Press Council of Ireland and Office of the Press Ombudsman, and our staff operate within the Code of Practice of the Press Council. You can obtain a copy of the Code, or contact the Council, at www.presscouncil.ie, Lo-call 1800 208 080 or email: info@presscouncil.ie.