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Britain's longest-ever heatwave? Hot weather could surpass 16-day record in 1976 as temperatures intensify to 36C today and spread across country amid 'essential rail travel only' alert
Britain may be experiencing its longest heatwave, potentially surpassing the 16-day 1976 record with temperatures reaching 36C. The hot weather is causing an 'essential rail travel only' alert as it spreads across the country.
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