Temperatures across the UK have surged past 33 degrees Celsius, prompting the Met Office to issue yellow thunderstorm warnings as soaring heat clashes with an incoming summer storm.

Meteorologists warn that the extreme warmth combined with unpredictable storm fronts may bring sudden, heavy downpours and lightning, urging the public to stay alert and seek shelter during outdoor activities.

As citizens seek relief from the record-breaking heat, authorities remind everyone to stay hydrated and exercise caution during this prolonged heatwave.