Water

Forecasters are predicting a heatwave this weekend, with temperatures possibly reaching over 25C.

A water conservation order has been in place for Milford in County Donegal since May.

The firm says a lack of rain and increasing demand is stretching supplies.

South East Water says some customers may temporarily lose supply as air pockets are flushed out.

Temperatures are due to exceed 30C over the weekend in the south of England.

Despite a record year, Southern Water needs to double its leak detection rate to hit future targets.

Farmers, winemakers and river watchers are noticing significant weather changes.

People are advised not to feed birds and other wildlife at the reservoir.