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UK heat wave returns, fire chief pleads with Britons to stop barbecues, government calls for complete ban on hosepipes

FIRE chief wants to cancel garden barbecues this week as heat wave of 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) threatens to continue .

As Britain's hosepipe ban looms, they warn of 'unprecedented' heat.

But critics said it would be "a step too far" to stop families enjoying Barbie at home.

The heat wave will rise again this week, with temperatures expected to top 35 degrees (95 degrees) by Friday. It can also reach 40 degrees (104 degrees) again.

Forecasters also noted no significant rainfall along the way,Australia and California in recent years.

Environment Secretary George Eustice urged water companies to impose hosepipe bans across the country as drought Like this week that could be declared early.

His call came aftercompanies were accused of failing to stop leaks and not adequately preparing for drought.

After 15 homes and gardens inChelmsford, Essexwere engulfed in flames Saturday night, Fire Chief Dan Wester said: conditions. Everything is dry.

``This is a significant fire risk. It is based on bonfires, and Chimine, but advises people to refrain from barbecues as much as possible during this period.

I understand it's time to do it, but you have to do it wisely and keep the risk of fires low.

"I want people to think about whether or not they need to use a barbecue. For example, you can cook indoors and eat outside.”

Kent Fire and Rescue Services Area Manager Neil Fenwick said:

However, Conservative MP Steve Baker disagreed, stating: Trying to ban barbecue is one step ahead.

He added:

Ben Williams, owner of The Barbecue Society restaurant in Gloucester, said the ban was a slap in the face for backyard Barbie enthusiasts.

He added:

Today, the Briton is in her twenty-nine degrees of sunshine, with temperatures slowly rising in her week.

So far, he is only 13% of the expected rainfall in August for her in this country. Most of them are in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland

. Percentage of that average, and a fully dry southern England only 2 per cent. said Jonathan Vawtry of It will never rain in England and Wales.

“Temperatures will rise this week, with Friday and Saturday likely to be the hottest days. We expect it to be one of the driest, if not the driest.”

He added that it will start to cool off early next week.

Last month the UK had the hottest day on record — Coningsby,Lincs

at 40.3C (104.5F)

The Environment Agency has warned that if dry conditions persist, the country is likely to enter a formal drought.

Much of England is now experiencing "prolonged dry weather" as some scientists warn that global temperatures continue to rise.

The Environment Agency's National Drought Group will meet this week to decide whether to declare a ban on

hosepipes in Hampshire, Isle of Wight, and Mann. island.

Additionally, it will be enforced in Sussex and Kent and next Friday in Pembrokeshire.

Yesterday, Environment Secretary Eustis said he agreed with the restrictions, adding:

He said: "There are many things you can do to save water in your home and garden. You can save a ton of money by installing a water saving device in your toilet bowl or checking your appliances for leaks."

Last weekM&S was praised by the London Fire Brigade for removing 'dangerous' single-use barbecues from its stores.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs wants to reduce her daily water use for everyone from 145 to 110 liters.

Savings equals 6 toilet flushes or 3 dishwasher cycles.