A pair of emus found the perfect way to beat the heat as they were spotted cooling off in the water at Hertfordshire Zoo.The giant birds took a dip as soaring temperatures gripped the country, providing a light-hearted scene for visitors. The magnificent sight comes as the UK continues to endure an intense heatwave, with temperatures climbing well above seasonal averages. Forecasters have warned that the hot conditions are set to continue throughout the week, with some areas expected to exceed 35C.Wednesday was officially confirmed as Britain's hottest June day on record after temperatures reached a scorching 35.8C. The previous June record of 35.6C, set during the famous 1976 heatwave, was surpassed when temperatures hit 35.7C in Charlwood, Surrey.The new record lasted only moments before it was edged even higher in the West Sussex village of Wiggonholt, where thermometers recorded 35.8C. The giant birds took a dip at Hertfordshire Zoo as soaring temperatures gripped the countryMeteorologists had predicted the June record would be broken as Britain and much of Europe remain trapped beneath a powerful 'heat dome' system.The Met Office has issued a rare red warning for parts of England and Wales, covering the period from 9am on Wednesday until 9pm on Thursday.Officials are urging people to take precautions as the extreme heat poses risks to health, transport networks and infrastructure.