Britain copes with the hottest day in history, surpassing 40 degrees, ordering schools to quit early Trains reduce speed, reduce running trips, advise people to stay home
The UK is set to experience its record temperature on July 18, with forecasts previously forecasting 40C, breaking the previous record set for 38.7C in 2019.
The record-breaking heat has resulted in the British being prepared such as schools that, despite their usual opening hours, will have to leave school earlier than usual. While some schools have ordered online classes in the same way they did during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, Yang had to cancel outdoor activities.
Railway operators have announced reduced number of trips and reduced service speeds on July 18 and 19, making travel times longer. and advise passengers to travel only in case of necessity
The Health Security Agency (UKHSA) raised its high temperature warning level to “level 4” on July 18 and 19 following forecasters said temperatures would rise above 40 degrees Celsius during the day. As a result of heatwaves sweeping across Europe, especially Portugal, Spain and France, where wildfires are raging.
A Level 4 warning is defined as a national emergency. The heat will be so intense and long that it will affect beyond the public health system. by this level of warning It can result in morbidity and mortality in healthy people, not only in high-risk groups.