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East Riding of Yorkshire Council has warned people not to climb over barriers to use the severely deteriorated metal steps leading to Selwicks Bay near Flamborough Lighthouse. The steps were closed in June after structural damage from heavy use and corrosion was identified, temporarily making the beach inaccessible by land. Engineers and contractors are assessing a remedy, but the structure may need to be rebuilt and is expected to remain closed for some time.

Strong winds caused widespread flight delays and cancellations at Sydney and Melbourne airports in Australia. Sydney Airport introduced a ground delay programme until 2pm, with about 138 of 786 scheduled departures expected to be delayed by roughly 45 minutes. Melbourne Airport expected around 198 delays among 618 scheduled departures, while Qantas cancelled two Melbourne flights and one from Brisbane and rebooked passengers. The disruption followed a recent near-miss between two passenger jets and earlier delays linked to staffing problems in Sydney’s control tower.

Wildfires in southwestern France have burned more than 42,000 hectares, killed two firefighters and injured 88 others, while forcing over 260,000 people to evacuate. Fires are approaching Bordeaux as temperatures are forecast to reach 41C, prompting local authorities to prepare for further evacuations. Spain has also ordered evacuations near Madrid affecting 63,000 people, with officials in both countries warning that high temperatures will make firefighting efforts especially difficult.

Elizabeth Waddell, 44, disappeared after apparently going for a swim near Grand Anse in St George, Grenada, without taking her mobile phone. Her husband, Cailen, and daughter travelled to the island to assist with the search. The Royal Grenada Police Force is coordinating efforts with fishermen, boat operators and local residents along the southern coastline, while Waddell’s family appeals for information and hopes for her safe return.