https://windandwarning.com/Weather, United Kingdom. Organised around the weather system and the warning it triggers: explanation, not forecast.enhttps://windandwarning.com/news/hope-progress-battle-against-bcf477/https://windandwarning.com/news/hope-progress-battle-against-bcf477/Emergency workers and soldiers are making progress in the battle against a massive wildfire in south Wales, but the fight is far from over.17 August 2026https://windandwarning.com/news/nurses-fainting-extreme-heat-171527/https://windandwarning.com/news/nurses-fainting-extreme-heat-171527/The Royal College of Nursing has warned that nurses are collapsing during shifts due to extreme heat, calling for an urgent programme to install air conditioning, improve ventilation, and provide heat-appropriate uniforms.17 August 2026https://windandwarning.com/news/uk-government-holds-emergency-03b9cb/https://windandwarning.com/news/uk-government-holds-emergency-03b9cb/The UK government has called an emergency meeting to address the ongoing extreme heat and wildfires that have been affecting the country. The meeting, chaired by Andy Burnham, will bring together ministers, officials, and agencies to discuss the challenges posed by the weather.17 August 2026https://windandwarning.com/news/uk-heatwave-government-considers-c17579/https://windandwarning.com/news/uk-heatwave-government-considers-c17579/The UK government is considering a ban on disposable barbecues to prevent wildfires during the ongoing heatwave. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated that the government will look into the possibility of banning these barbecues, which have been identified as a cause of several serious fires in recent years.17 August 2026