Heat-health warning issued for Somerset as temperatures set to soar
Most of Somerset will see highs of 26C on Monday (July 29), in areas including Taunton, Wellington, Glastonbury.
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Most of Somerset will see highs of 26C on Monday (July 29), in areas including Taunton, Wellington, Glastonbury.
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