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Parents angry as pupils are placed in 'holding room' for wearing shorts to school in heatwave

'Wearing shorts does not affect their education, but trying to work when you are too hot does,' said one parent

Wales Online · Jun 14, 2023

Summer 2023 Will Likely Break Heat Records — Here's What To Expect

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts summer 2023 will be hotter than average.

Inverse · Jun 14, 2023

50,000 people evacuated as Cyclone Biparjoy approaches Gujarat coast

Cyclone Biparjoy is set to make landfall near Jakhau port in Kutch district on Thursday evening as a very severe cyclonic storm with wind speed ranging from 125-135 kmph, gusting to 145 kmph from morning to evening on Thursday.

The Times of India · Jun 14, 2023

Ireland weather latest: Rare Met Eireann warning, heatwave end date, hot weekend forecast

Ireland's hot temperatures will stay for the weekend, but the recent sunny skies will be replaced by downpours, hailstones, thunder and lightning at times. Met Eireann has issued weather warnings.

Irish Mirror · Jun 14, 2023

Heatwave brings surge in A&E patients as England doctors’ strike begins

Some hospitals record highest ever A&E attendance figures as heat, high pollen count and air pollution bring rise in demand

The Guardian - UK · Jun 14, 2023

Things that are illegal during a heatwave - from sunbathing naked to driving without shoes

It's understandable to want to stay cool as the temperature soars, but not following the rules could get you in trouble with the law.

Daily Record · Jun 14, 2023

Woman hospitalised after being struck by lightning standing at kitchen sink in Offaly

It's reported that the woman was standing at her kitchen sink at the time of the lightning blast on an outdoor tap.

Irish Mirror · Jun 14, 2023

Limiting global warming to 2℃ is not enough -- why the world must keep temperature rise below 1℃

The Paris Climate agreement represented a historic step towards a safer future for humanity on Earth when it was adopted in 2015. The agreement strove to keep global heating below 2℃ above pre-industrial levels with the aim of limiting the increase to 1.5℃ if possible. It was signed by 196…

The Conversation · Jun 14, 2023

Everything that's illegal in a heatwave - from driving barefoot to nude sunbathing

Brits will be looking for ways to cool down as temperatures across the country continue to soar - but there are some things that should be avoided as the mercury rises

Daily Mirror · Jun 14, 2023

Expert explains why you should keep your windows closed during a heatwave

While you may be tempted to crank open the windows to let some fresh air in, experts have explained that this isn't always the smartest option.

Daily Record · Jun 14, 2023