The Brummie readers among you who are currently slumped semi-conscious at your desks encompassed by a semi-circle of fans as the mercury threatens to hit an all-time July high can take heart that you will only have to endure the intolerable heat-induced suffering until Thursday:

Yes indeed, following the recent tropical storm (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2006/06/19/belfast_storm_warning/) in Belfast, Birmingham is set to enjoy some decidedly unseasonal weather this week. The outlook for Friday, btw, is scattered showers punctuated by the occasional devasting tornado. Enjoy. ®

Bootnote

Ta very much to Mark Jefford for spotting this piece of silliness.

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