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Thunderstorms in region as September temperatures soar

On one of the hottest September days for years, thunderstorms have hit the region.

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Thames Valley hotter than Greece

Hotter than Greece and Turkey - the Thames Valley roasted today on the hottest day of the year, with record temperatures for September.

It was so hot, in fact, that health officials issued safety warnings for the young, the old and the unwell. The warmest place in the region was Heathrow - which reached a sweltering 32.8 degrees. Cary Johnston has more.

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