Hundreds of schools plan closures ahead of red heat alerts
Summary
Hundreds of schools in England and Wales plan to close partially or fully due to a heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 39°C. A rare red extreme heat warning is in effect, signaling a serious risk to health and safety, while transport services advise people to avoid travel unless necessary.Key Facts
- Temperatures in southern England may reach up to 39°C, with high humidity making it feel like 41°C.
- A red extreme heat warning is active from Wednesday morning to Thursday evening in parts of England and Wales.
- The heatwave poses risks of serious illness and danger to life, including impacts on power, water, and other services.
- More than 300 schools plan partial or full closures or early finishes to keep children safe.
- The UK Health Security Agency issued a rare red heat health alert, warning even healthy adults are at risk.
- Demand on emergency services like ambulances is expected to rise due to the extreme heat.
- The UK is likely to break the June heat record of 35.6°C but not the all-time UK high of 40.3°C set in 2022.
- Travel disruption is expected due to heat-related issues affecting trains and roads.
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