People stuck on M25 in heat red alert taken to hospital
A serious crash on the M25 during a red-alert heatwave left motorists stranded for hours, resulting in over 10 people being hospitalized for heat-related illnesses. Emergency services faced criticism for their slow response to providing water and assistance to those trapped in high temperatures.
Why it matters
The event highlights critical failures in emergency management protocols during extreme weather events on major transport arteries.
Image source, Reuben Brown Image caption, A serious crash which saw a man airlifted to hospital has led to traffic queuing for hours in a heatwave
The article reports on the event and includes public criticism, maintaining a balanced perspective on the emergency response.
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