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expert reaction to second train derailment (in Essex) and speculation on whether the extreme heat may have played a role

Scientists comment on a train derailment in Essex and a possible link to extreme heat. Dr Frederic Cegla, Reader … read more

Scientists comment on a train derailment in Sussex and a possible link to extreme heat. Peter Dearman FREng, a … read more

Scientists comment on the current drought situation and fifth heatwave in the UK. Prof Hannah Cloke OBE, Regius Professor … read more

A modelling study carried out by Grantham, the Met Office, and LSHTM looks at deaths during the heatwaves in May … read more