Yorkshire sets new June temperature record

Yorkshire has recorded its highest ever June temperature - reaching 34.4C (93.5F) in Sheffield.

The new record, set at the Met Office's weather station in Weston Park, surpasses the previous long-standing record of 33.1C (91.5) observed in Huddersfield on 22 June 1941.

An amber warning for extreme heat is in place across much of South Yorkshire, with Sheffield's tram service suspended until further notice as a result of the soaring temperatures.

Meanwhile, a yellow warning for thunderstorms has been issued for North and West Yorkshire, which runs until 21:00 BST.

The amber heat warning covers much of England, with a red warning in place across parts of London and the South East.

BBC Yorkshire Climate Correspondent Paul Hudson said Friday's temperature had also surpassed the hottest day recorded during the famous summer of 1976, which was 32.1C (90F) at Finningley on 27 June 1976.

However, he added the current heatwave was only set to last one more day, with temperatures on Saturday climbing to 31C (88F), before much cooler conditions spread from the West on Sunday.

A Supertram spokesperson said: "While we have experienced high temperatures throughout the week, this afternoon's forecast is the highest we have seen, and we have therefore taken the decision to temporarily suspend tram services across the network.

"Customer and staff safety is always our priority.

"We are continuing to monitor temperatures throughout the afternoon, and services will resume once conditions have improved and it is safe to operate."

Supertram said First and Stagecoach buses along the network would be accepting tram tickets, but advised passengers not to travel.

The Met Office said thunderstorms could bring disruption in places this evening, adding there was a chance of disruption to travel, power cuts and sudden flooding as a result.

Earlier, heavy downpours saw parts of Whitby flooded, with footage shared on social media showing cars struggling to navigate deep puddles and water streaming down the side of the Khyber Pass.

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