The RAC has issued a warning to UK drivers to stay off the roads unless journeys are essential amid a red heat weather warning as breakdowns are likely to soar

The Met Office red warning for 'significant disruption to daily life' means the UK could endure major delays to road, train and air travel as surfaces melt and rails buckle.

The heat could bring disruptions to rail, road and air travel, with the possibility of some tarmac melting

A rare red heat warning has been issued as tempeatures could reach up to 40C

Red weather warnings for extreme heat have been issued for parts of England and Wales