UK heatwave horror as schools send pupils home ahead of forecast to break 50-year heat record

A severe heatwave is expected to break a 50-year-old record in the UK this week, with temperatures forecast to soar past the previous June high of 35.6C. Schools are closing early and urging students to stay home as authorities warn against non-essential travel due to the extreme heat. This comes amid growing concerns about the impact of climate change, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices to mitigate future extreme weather events. The heatwave underscores the vulnerability of the UK's infrastructure and the importance of public health measures during such crises.