The UK is preparing for an extreme heatwave after the Met Office issues a rare red “danger to life” warning for significant disruption to daily life. Forecast conditions include temperatures that could reach around 40C, with the warning covering parts of the country. Multiple outlets report widespread impact on transport and public services as the heat affects road, rail and underground networks. Commuters face delays, with rail disruption linked to heat-related concerns such as track buckling and rising temperatures, and London Underground services also described as running late on specific lines. In parallel, schools close early or shut during the hot weather period, including reports of closures affecting hundreds of schools across England and Wales. Metro also reports that authorities issue advice for the public to limit travel unless absolutely necessary as the extreme temperatures begin. Some areas experience storms and thunderstorm activity alongside the heatwave, contributing to ongoing disruptions. Overall, the coverage emphasizes the scale of the warning and the expected strain on travel systems and schools in the coming hours and days.