Anyone with a TV or laptop urged to turn them off this week

NewsPropertyLife hacksThe UK government has urged households to turn them offMia O'Hare Senior Spare Time Journalist11:19, 12 Aug 2026The UK is experiencing yet another heatwave, with millions attempting to keep cool. This marks the fifth heatwave of the summer, with temperatures expected to climb as high as 37°C.‌The Met Office has issued an amber extreme heat warning for Thursday, covering areas of the midlands, southern and eastern England. The warning comes into effect at 9am and runs until midnight. But forecasts are for hot weather all over the UK, where it could reach highs of 32°C here on Merseyside.‌It suggests there may be health impacts, travel disruption and possible water safety incidents.‌The UK Health Security Agency has also issued a heat health alert, as temperatures are e