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UK Schools Close Amid Record Heat | Leeds News
UK braces for its third scorching heatwave of the year, with temps soaring past 30°C and some areas hitting 36°C — triggering amber heat alerts across the Midlands and south. Schools from Berkshire to Shropshire are closing early or partially shutting down, echoing last June’s record-breaking closures, even if this wave is less humid. Surrey hit a blistering 35.5°C — tying a new record for days over 34°C, surpassing the old mark set in 1976. With dry conditions fueling wildfire risks, officials warn that most blazes start from simple oversights like lit cigarettes or barbecues. As summer…
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