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Birmingham Closures Live: Schools and Businesses Shut Amid Extreme Heat Warning

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Birmingham is experiencing widespread closures as an unprecedented heatwave prompts urgent safety measures across the city. The Met Office has issued a Red Extreme Heat Warning for Wednesday and Thursday, signaling a danger to life due to soaring temperatures. In response, schools and various businesses have announced closures to protect students, staff, and the public from potentially hazardous conditions. Authorities urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and look out for vulnerable individuals.