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UK Heatwave Hits Schools and Trains
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A red heat warning has been issued across parts of England and Wales, with temperatures soaring to 40°C — a rare June phenomenon that could shatter decades-old records. The Met Office warns of life-threatening risks for all, not just the vulnerable, prompting widespread school closures and early dismissals to protect students and staff, with online learning replacing in-person classes. Travel chaos looms as Network Rail urges essential-only journeys and Transport for London anticipates delays due to heat-stricken infrastructure. Essential services — including energy, water, and food supply chains — face strain, while the UK Health Security Agency has issued its own red health alert. Earlier in the week, thunderstorms caused power outages, airport closures, and a lightning-triggered house fire, adding to the week’s weather volatility.
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