Second half of summer to bring chances for rain but heatwave threat persists
Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
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Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
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