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One of July's successes was the tech and household appliances chain Currys which said on Thursday that hot weather had led to increased demand for air conditioners and fans.

But remaining state incentives can still be significant, including California’s Energy Smart Homes Program that offers homeowners up to $4,250 for electric and energy-efficient appliances.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said it was alerted just before 23:30, and two appliances were sent to assist the other emergency services.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said its crews and appliances attended a total of 15 flooding incidents between 00:35 and 02.34.

Crews were now trying to minimise the spread and had 10 appliances committed to the operation along with 60 firefighters.