Britain's faces its longest-ever heatwave: Hot weather could surpass 16-day record in 1976 as temperatures intensify to 36C today and spread across country amid 'essential rail travel only' alert

Britain is grappling with its longest-ever heatwave, with temperatures set to soar to 36°C and threaten to break the 1976 record of 16 consecutive days of high temperatures. The Met Office has issued a 'essential rail travel only' alert, indicating severe disruptions to public transport. This intense heat is not just a record-breaking event; it underscores the growing concern over climate change and its impact on weather patterns, potentially signaling more frequent and severe heatwaves in the future.