Temperatures have soared across Norfolk today with some parts of the county seeing highs of 33C on what will likely be the warmest day of the year.

The sweltering conditions have been caused by Storm Debby in North America strengthening the jet stream and allowing hot air to move into the UK. 

A yellow heat health alert has been issued for the region by the UK Health Security Agency until 9am on Wednesday.

The alert means those who are particularly vulnerable, such as the elderly with multiple health conditions, are likely to struggle to cope with the heat, and action may be required within the health and social care sector.

The warm weather will continue into Tuesday with highs of 29C and a chance of thundery showers. 

From Wednesday to Friday, the temperatures will continue to fall with weakening bands of rain predicted to "spread erratically".

The Met Office has released a long-range forecast which expects cloud and rain to move in from the west with windy conditions later this month.

Temperatures overall will be close to average for August and there is a possibility of very warm conditions returning towards the end of the month.