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  "publishedAt": "2026-06-24T06:23:12.000Z",
  "site": "https://metro.co.uk",
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    "UK",
    "Heatwave",
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    "Weather",
    "England",
    "Wales",
    "raging thunderstorm that struck the capital overnight",
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  "textContent": "The UK is bracing for the hottest June on record as temperatures could reach 40C in the red weather warning zone.\n\nYesterday, over 300 schools across England and Wales closed due to the soaring temperatures, and Londoners argued over the raging thunderstorm that struck the capital overnight.\n\nTube and rail delays were also rife as multiple routes across the country struggled with rising temperatures, sparking disruption for many commuters.\n\nAnd more disruption is likely around the corner today as National Rail and train companies are urging people to travel only if ‘absolutely necessary.’\n\nMeanwhile, the London Underground continues to experience some delays, currently affecting Bakerloo and Hammersmith & City lines as the rush hour gets underway.\n\nFollow the latest on the UK heatwave with our live blog right here.\n\n##  Sign up for all of the latest stories\n\nStart your day informed with Metro's **News Updates** newsletter or get **Breaking News** alerts the moment it happens.\n\nComment now Comments \nAdd Metro as a Preferred Source on Google\nAdd as preferred source\n",
  "title": "UK heatwave latest: Do not travel warnings issued before extreme heat alert begins"
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