Red heat alert extended as train travel disrupted (opens original article in a new tab)

A red heat health alert was extended in the west of England as high temperatures disrupted train services, schools, and other activities.

• Red heat health alert extended from Thursday 23:00 BST to Friday 23:00 BST
• Great Western Railway cancelled most services between Bristol Temple Meads and London Paddington due to heat
• Schools across the region closed, with some using water-filled drawers to keep cool