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England’s Scorching May and the Heat Crisis
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England’s scorching temperatures this May, hitting 35°C and shattering records, are exposing dangerous gaps in public infrastructure and sparking urgent calls for change. With over 3,000 heat-related deaths last year, vulnerable groups face life-threatening conditions—especially in hospitals and care homes where temperatures soar and cooling solutions fall short. People are adapting by seeking refuge in shopping malls or sleeping outdoors, while others reflect on the climate crisis’s generational impact, particularly for families with young children. The episode underscores the need for immediate infrastructure upgrades and widespread climate education to protect the most at-risk and prepare society for a hotter, more unpredictable future.
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