Body of 15-year-old boy recovered from Manchester reservoir during UK heatwave

At least seven people have died in water-related incidents during record-breaking June temperatures The body of a 15-year-old boy has been recovered from a reservoir near Manchester, as police renewed warnings about the dangers of swimming in open water during soaring temperatures. Greater…

First covered Jun 28, 2026 · 8:02 AM PT · 1 article

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1d Guardian Environment Body of boy, 15, recovered from Manchester reservoir amid UK heatwave — At least seven people have died in water-related incidents during record-breaking June temperatures The body of a 15-year-old boy has been recovered from a…

Appeared in: 2026-06-28 (#4) · 2026-06-29 (#7)

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