- Record June heat brought people to popular Welsh beaches — Wales even had its hottest June night on record.
- A 50-year-old man from Cilfrew died after entering the water at Aberavon beach despite coastguard CPR and paramedic efforts.
- South Wales Police say the death is not suspected to be suspicious and next of kin have been informed — a sobering reminder to take care around the sea, even on warm days.