Schools across parts of England are shutting early and preparing for temporary closures as an intense heatwave sweeps across the United Kingdom and wider Europe.
Authorities have issued a rare red heat warning, with temperatures expected to approach 40°C and potentially break decades-old June records. Transport operators have also warned of disruptions, while health officials continue to urge residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
The extreme conditions have renewed discussions about climate resilience and the need for improved infrastructure to cope with increasingly frequent periods of severe heat. Experts say the heatwave highlights the growing challenges countries face in adapting to the effects of climate change.
