Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://gographicsoutput.com/video/2cKlegFez6R.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter What does a red heat weather warning mean for you? | BBC News [sRoLXFzUrFv] Health Updated on August 11, 2026 EDT — Published on August 11, 2026 EDT The Met Office has issued its second ever red warning for extreme heat as temperatures are expected to reach at least 39C, with some areas potentially reaching 40C. It will come into effect on 09:00 BST on Wednesday to 21:00 Thursday for parts of England and Wales, with substantial disruption to travel, critical infrastructure and widespread damage to property a possibility. This heatwave is not limited to the UK, with western Europe also affected. In France, nearly 850 schools are closed due to high temperatures. Subscribe to our channel here: For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #WeatherWarning #UK #BBCNews lacgjH8Bj7m 9XjT8Q8VNaE mCvgTsd8X2c 2fV3gKim3Na bYTKL9IQagc
The Met Office has issued its second ever red warning for extreme heat as temperatures are expected to reach at least 39C, with some areas potentially reaching 40C. It will come into effect on 09:00 BST on Wednesday to 21:00 Thursday for parts of England and Wales, with substantial disruption to travel, critical infrastructure and widespread damage to property a possibility. This heatwave is not limited to the UK, with western Europe also affected. In France, nearly 850 schools are closed due to high temperatures. Subscribe to our channel here: For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #WeatherWarning #UK #BBCNews lacgjH8Bj7m 9XjT8Q8VNaE mCvgTsd8X2c 2fV3gKim3Na bYTKL9IQagc