7 April 2026

UK Braces for Warmest April Start in Six Years as Temperatures Soar UK Shifts From Stormy Gusts to Sunshine and Soaring Temperatures The UK is trading Storm Dave’s ferocious winds for a surge of spring sunshine, poised to deliver its warmest start to April in six years. Temperatures could soar up to 24°C (75°F) today, shattering seasonal averages across much of the country.

Explosive Rise in E-Bike and E-Scooter Fires Fires involving e-bikes and e-scooters have soared to unprecedented levels, setting a dangerous new record in 2025. Across the UK, authorities reported 432 e-bike fires , marking a staggering 38% increase from the previous year.