Sun worshipers flocked to Yorkshire's parks and beaches as a blazing heatwave has hit the region over the last two days. Temperatures reached a scorching 29.3C in Sheffield and 27.8C in Leeds yesterday, while today is officially the UK's hottest day of the year - with meteorologists recording a temperature of 33.3C at Heathrow Airport. A serious level three heatwave has been put in place, but the weather isn't set to last. Thunderstorms are set to hit Yorkshire on Friday, bringing to an end to a glorious few days of sunshine. Here are 13 brilliant pictures of people in Yorkshire enjoying the heatwave today:
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Families enjoying the hottest day of the year on the shores of Swinsty Reservoir Photo: Bruce Rollinson
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People enjoy the warm weather in Bridlington, East Yorkshire Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire
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People enjoy the warm weather in Bridlington, East Yorkshire Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire
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People enjoy the warm weather in Bridlington, East Yorkshire Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire
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People enjoy the warm weather in Bridlington, East Yorkshire Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire