UK heatwave: Hottest day on record likely with highs of up to 42C
The UK is set to see its hottest day on record, with temperatures on Tuesday expected to reach up to 42C (107.6F).
A high of 38.1C was reached in Suffolk today, just short of the UK record of 38.7C set in 2019. Wales recorded its hottest day on record with 37.1C.
The Met Office has issued a red extreme heat warning covering much of central, northern, and south-east England.
At least four people are believed to have drowned after attempting to escape the heat in rivers and lakes.
Network Rail has issued a "do not travel" warning for Tuesday affecting services travelling through the "red zone" of the Met Office's weather warning.
The extreme warning, indicating a threat to life, is in place in an area stretching between London, Manchester and York.
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