Live updates as ‘red alert’ extreme heat warning now in force in Leeds

Leeds has been issued a red warning for extreme heat across Monday July 18 and Tuesday July 19.
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Live updates as ‘red alert’ extreme heat warning now in force in Leeds

First Bus issue travel advice

Bin collection times moved due to heatwave

Get your bins out early! The decision has been made to protect bin crews from the heat.

Warning to avoid trains if possible

Northern have issued a network-wide warning, urging people only to travel by rail if essential.

Potential for records to be broken

Forecasters have predicted temperatures in Leeds could surpass the hottest-ever recorded day in the UK.

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