Disaster● ElevatedJun 23 · Jun 23, 2026, 7:15 AM
Dozens of schools forced to close ahead of temperatures reaching 40°C
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from metro.co.uk · United Kingdom
Dozens of schools are being forced to close in anticipation of temperatures reaching 40°C. This action is being taken to mitigate the impact of extreme heat on students and staff.
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