- Western Europe is gripped by an early spring heatwave — Britain set a May record (34.8°C at Kew) and London even had a rare “tropical night” (not dropping below 20°C), with southern England possibly hitting 35°C.
- Cities are feeling it — sweltering commuters on unairconditioned London Tube trains, disruptions around Waterloo, and amber health warnings for vulnerable people.
- Summer vibes and cautions — crowds flocked to beaches, pools and parks while firefighters tackled a grass fire on Edinburgh’s Arthur’s Seat and officials urged extra care around water and surf.
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